TIU
🇬🇧 The Independent (UK)
Trust Score
53
Mixed Credibility
Quick Summary
Political Lean
Left-Center
AllSides: Lean Left
Factual Reporting
Mixed
NewsGuard: 75/100
Ownership
Independent Print Limited
Parent: Lebedev family, Sultan Abuljadayel (30%)
Funding Model
Advertising, Subscriptions
Rating Breakdown
Factual Accuracy
30/100
How often does the source report verifiable facts correctly?
Source Attribution
71/100
Are claims backed by identifiable, verifiable sources?
Editorial Standards
68/100
Does the source have and follow clear editorial guidelines?
Correction Policy
66/100
How transparently and promptly are errors corrected?
Bias & Balance
64/100
Are multiple perspectives fairly represented?
Ownership Transparency
69/100
Is ownership and funding clearly disclosed?
Headline Accuracy
42/100
Do headlines accurately reflect article content?
News vs Opinion
71/100
Is there clear separation between news and opinion?
Track Record
64/100
What is the source's historical credibility?
Deceptive Practices
36/100
Does the source avoid manipulative tactics?
Notable Controversies & Events
- Saudi investment (2017)
- Multiple failed fact checks
- Digital-only format (2016)