Corrections policy

How we correct

If we publish something that is wrong, we correct it as quickly as possible. For significant errors we add a note to the story explaining what was changed and when. We do not quietly delete mistakes.

Small changes

Spelling, grammar and small wording changes that do not change the meaning of a story are fixed without a note.

Updates

Developing stories are updated as new information arrives. That is different from a correction: an update adds information, a correction fixes an error.

Report an error

Spotted a mistake? Please tell us through our contact page (choose "Correction request") and include the link to the story and what you believe is wrong. An editor reviews every request.