Tageslage (tageslage.de) maintains a rigorous fact-checking process that applies to every article we publish. Our team verifies claims, data, and sources before publication, and we correct errors promptly when identified. This policy explains what we check, how we prioritise sources, and how readers can report potential inaccuracies.
What exactly do you verify before publication?
Our editorial team verifies all factual claims that appear in our articles, including statistics, dates, names, quotations, legislative details, economic data, and references to public records or studies. We do not publish statements from politicians, officials, or experts without independently corroborating them against primary sources whenever possible. Every article drafted by a named writer is reviewed by an editor and subjected to fact-checking before it goes live, as stated in our editorial mission. Sophie Lehmann, our Ansvarig för faktagranskning (emma.sandberg@tageslage.de), oversees the fact-checking workflow and ensures consistency across all sections.
How do you rank and select your sources?
We follow a clear source hierarchy that prioritises primary and official materials. At the top are original documents such as Swedish government bills, Riksdag committee reports, Statistics Sweden (SCB) datasets, court rulings, and official press releases from authorities. Next come reputable Swedish and international news agencies, peer-reviewed academic journals, and recognised think tanks. We treat anonymous or unverifiable sources with explicit caution and clearly label them as such. For a detailed breakdown of our sourcing standards, see our Sources & Standards page.
What about rumours, unconfirmed claims, or speculation?
We do not publish rumours or unverified claims without clearly labelling them as unconfirmed. If a story contains allegations that cannot be independently verified at the time of publication, we state that explicitly in the text and explain the status of our verification. Speculative analysis is clearly distinguished from reported fact, and our journalists avoid presenting conjecture as established information. Tobias Graf, our Politikredaktör, reviews any sensitive political claims before they appear online.
Who oversees fact-checking on sensitive or controversial topics?
Our Standards Lead — in practice, Chefredaktör Maximilian Roth (anders.lindqvist@tageslage.de) — personally reviews all articles that touch on contentious public issues, allegations of wrongdoing, or subjects with high potential for reputational harm. This includes pieces about criminal investigations, political scandals, public health controversies, and financial disputes involving named individuals or companies. The Standards Lead can require additional source verification or delay publication until all claims meet our internal threshold for confidence.
What you can expect from us
You can expect that every article you read on Tageslage has been through a defined verification process. We do not publish material that relies solely on second-hand accounts, unsubstantiated social media posts, or AI-generated content without human editorial approval. Our fact-checking team maintains a log of sources used for each story, and we are transparent about what we could not verify. We commit to correcting any factual error promptly and prominently, regardless of how it is brought to our attention.
How can readers report a potential inaccuracy?
If you spot something you believe is incorrect, please send the details to our dedicated fact-checking address at factcheck@tageslage.de. Include the article URL, the specific claim you are questioning, and any supporting evidence you have. Our team reviews every report and responds within two business days. For broader complaints about editorial standards, you can also contact complaints@tageslage.de. Our full Corrections Policy explains how we handle and record changes to published content.
Do you link to your editorial policies and team?
Yes. This fact-checking policy is part of a set of publicly available standards. For an overview of our editorial principles, see Editorial Policy. Information about our staff, their roles, and contact details is on Our Team page. You can also read about our About Us section and our Ownership & Funding disclosure to understand how Tageslage Media Ltd. operates.
Questions or concerns?
If you have any questions about this fact-checking policy or a specific article, please contact Sophie Lehmann at factcheck@tageslage.de. For general editorial inquiries, use editorial@tageslage.de or our main contact form at Contact. We take accuracy seriously and welcome feedback that helps us maintain trust with our readers.