At Glamester, we understand that accurate information is essential to responsible journalism. Our fact-checking process is designed to help ensure that the information we publish is supported by credible sources, appropriately attributed and presented with the necessary context.
Our editorial team reviews factual claims before publication and continues to monitor developing stories when significant new information becomes available.
Our Approach to Verification
Glamester aims to verify important details before publishing a story, particularly information involving public figures, government decisions, statistics, scientific findings, international events and other consequential claims.
Depending on the subject, verification may include checking:
- Official government statements
- Court documents and public records
- Statements from recognised institutions
- International organisations
- Research publications
- Company or organisational announcements
- Established news organisations
- Direct statements from relevant individuals or representatives
We consider the reliability, relevance and context of each source rather than relying solely on a single piece of information where additional verification is reasonably available.
Primary and Secondary Sources
Where possible, Glamester gives priority to primary sources — information originating directly from the relevant organisation, institution, individual or official record.
Secondary sources, including established news organisations, may also be used to provide additional reporting and context.
When a significant claim originates from another publication or organisation and Glamester has not independently verified it, the claim is attributed to that source.
For example:
According to Reuters…
or
The BBC reported that…
This helps readers distinguish between independently verified information and information reported by another source.
Checking Names, Dates and Figures
Our editorial process pays particular attention to factual details that can easily be reported incorrectly.
These include:
- Names and titles
- Dates and locations
- Official positions
- Statistics
- Financial figures
- Election results
- Scientific measurements
- Quotes and statements
- Organisation names
- Geographic information
Where figures are reported, we aim to identify their source and provide sufficient context to help readers understand what they represent.
Developing and Breaking News
Breaking news presents particular verification challenges because information can change rapidly.
During developing events, Glamester may publish information that has been reported by credible sources while clearly identifying the source and the status of the information.
We do not treat an early report as permanently established simply because it was initially published.
As new information becomes available, articles may be updated to reflect confirmed developments.
Handling Unverified Claims
Glamester does not intentionally present rumours, speculation or unverified allegations as established facts.
When a significant claim cannot yet be independently confirmed but is considered newsworthy, the article should make the uncertainty clear and identify the source of the claim.
Statements made by politicians, public figures, organisations or other parties are presented as statements rather than automatically treated as factual conclusions.
Quotes and Statements
Quotes should accurately represent what a person or organisation said.
When appropriate, Glamester checks statements against:
- Official transcripts
- Public recordings
- Official social media accounts
- Press releases
- Direct interviews
- Reputable reporting
We aim to preserve the meaning and context of statements and avoid presenting excerpts in a way that materially changes their meaning.
Scientific and Medical Information
For science and health-related reporting, Glamester aims to rely on recognised scientific institutions, peer-reviewed research, government health agencies and other authoritative sources where available.
Scientific findings are presented with appropriate context, particularly when research is preliminary, disputed or still developing.
We avoid presenting preliminary findings as established scientific consensus.
Political and Election Claims
Political reporting requires particular care because claims can be disputed and information can have significant public consequences.
For political stories, Glamester seeks to distinguish between:
Verified facts
Information supported by reliable evidence or official records.
Statements
Claims made by politicians, parties, campaigns or other public figures.
Analysis
Interpretations provided by journalists, experts or other identified sources.
Unverified claims
Information that has not yet been independently established.
Glamester does not determine how readers should vote or endorse political candidates, parties or electoral choices.
Updating Published Articles
Fact-checking does not necessarily end when an article is first published.
For significant developing stories, our editorial team may review previously published information when:
- A major new development occurs
- An official statement becomes available
- A previously reported figure changes
- A credible correction is issued
- New evidence changes the understanding of an event
When necessary, articles are updated to reflect the latest verified information.
Correcting Errors
If Glamester identifies a factual error, we aim to correct it promptly.
The nature of the correction determines how it is handled. Minor spelling or formatting issues may be corrected directly, while significant factual errors may require a correction notice or editorial clarification.
Further information is available through our Corrections Policy.
Transparency With Readers
Our objective is not simply to publish information quickly, but to help readers understand where information comes from and how reliable it is.
When uncertainty exists, we believe it is better to communicate that uncertainty than to present incomplete information with unjustified certainty.
Glamester’s fact-checking principles are based on:
- Accuracy
- Source transparency
- Attribution
- Verification
- Context
- Responsible updates
Editorial Responsibility
Fact-checking is part of Glamester’s broader editorial responsibility.
Our journalists and editors remain responsible for the accuracy and presentation of published material. Digital tools and technologies may assist with research, organisation or editing, but editorial judgement and verification remain essential parts of the publishing process.
Our fact-checking practices may evolve as our newsroom grows and new verification tools and standards become available.
Contact the Editorial Team
If you believe an article contains a factual error or have information that may help us verify a published claim, contact:
Glamester News Desk
Email: editor@glamester.com
Please include the article URL and identify the specific information you believe requires review.
Last Updated: September 2026
