Analysis

2 August 2022

Would Liz Truss’s plans for regional pay boards have saved £8.8 billion?

We look at the detail of the Conservative leadership candidate’s proposals for public sector pay, which she has now dropped after criticism.

25 July 2022

BBC Conservative leadership debate: Rishi Sunak and Liz Truss fact checked

We’ve taken a closer look at the claims made by the final two contenders to be the next Prime Minister.

15 July 2022

Channel 4 Conservative leadership debate: fact checked

With those running in the Conservative leadership race clashing over tax, the cost of living and more, we take a look at some of the claims made.

8 July 2022

Did Boris Johnson actually resign?

Following speculation on social media we’ve taken a look at the context behind Boris Johnson’s decision to remain in office until a new leader is elected.

4 July 2022

Is the government going to build 48 new hospitals by 2030?

We looked into the government’s claim that it would build 48 new hospitals by 2030 after the National Audit Office said it would review the policy.

15 June 2022

June’s pay figures: explained

Figures published by the ONS showing a 2.2% fall in earnings do not account for bonuses, although there are a number of different figures available.

25 May 2022

Did the Prime Minister mislead Parliament over ‘Partygate’?

The publication of the Sue Gray report has prompted fresh claims Boris Johnson misled Parliament when he stated all lockdown rules were followed.

31 January 2022

What did Boris Johnson tell MPs about the alleged 13 November Downing Street party?

The release of Sue Gray’s report has led to a renewed focus on comments made by the PM in December.

11 January 2022

What were the rules on outdoor parties in May 2020?

Large gatherings in public spaces were certainly not allowed, but Downing Street is also a workplace, so other rules may have applied.

7 January 2022

Are lateral flow test results included in headline Covid-19 case figures?

Reported positive lateral flow tests are included in the UK’s overall Covid case figures for England and Northern Ireland, but are not currently being included in Scotland and Wales.

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Would Liz Truss’s plans for regional pay boards have saved £8.8 billion?

BBC Conservative leadership debate: Rishi Sunak and Liz Truss fact checked

Channel 4 Conservative leadership debate: fact checked

Did Boris Johnson actually resign?

Is the government going to build 48 new hospitals by 2030?

June’s pay figures: explained

Did the Prime Minister mislead Parliament over ‘Partygate’?

What did Boris Johnson tell MPs about the alleged 13 November Downing Street party?

What were the rules on outdoor parties in May 2020?

Are lateral flow test results included in headline Covid-19 case figures?

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