The Guardian newspaper has issued a series of corrections and clarifications addressing factual inaccuracies that appeared in several of its recent articles, covering topics from retail finance to European politics.
Key Corrections: From Asda to Poland's Leadership
In a significant amendment, a piece from 21 November concerning Asda's £568 million leaseback deal incorrectly represented the analysis of credit expert Amarveer Singh. The article had originally paraphrased him as stating the deal would "negatively affect Asda’s credit rating." The publication now clarifies that Singh's actual view is that the transaction will be considered a negative development for Asda’s creditors, a distinct financial nuance.
Furthermore, a news story from 24 November about a Ukraine peace plan misidentified Donald Tusk. The correction confirms he is the Prime Minister of Poland, not the President, rectifying an error in reporting on a key European political figure.
Other Amended Articles
The list of recently updated articles is extensive, demonstrating the newspaper's commitment to post-publication review. Readers are advised that the following reports have also been subject to amendments:
- An investigation into the Free Birth Society
- Analysis of the Catholic church's potential influence on Donald Trump
- Environmental concerns regarding the trend of adult Advent calendars
- A feature on using 150 tonnes of spinning steel to stabilise Australia’s energy transition
- A Labour MP's criticism of the party's asylum policy
- A guide on the best gifts for US moms in 2025
- Reports on mortgage surveyors 'down valuing' properties
- The first recorded US death from the rare H5N5 bird flu strain
- An inside look at social housing changes in New South Wales
- A review of the film 'Sisu: Road to Revenge'
How to Report an Error
The Guardian maintains a dedicated process for readers to flag potential mistakes. Editorial complaints and requests for corrections can be submitted via email to guardian.readers@theguardian.com.
Alternatively, individuals can write to the Readers’ editor at Kings Place, 90 York Way, London N1 9GU, or leave a voicemail on +44 (0)20 3353 4736.
