Analysis of information sources in references of the Wikipedia article "Malcolm Rifkind" in English language version.
By selection and omission the coverage distorted the truth and misled the public as to what had actually taken place. The Commissioner rightly draws attention to the continuing debate around MPs' external interests, and notes some of the complexities involved. This is a legitimate subject for media scrutiny but it places a responsibility on the media to ensure fair and accurate reporting.
If, as seems certain, the Syrian regime has used chemical weapons there is no choice but to take military action with or without a UN mandate.
If, as seems certain, the Syrian regime has used chemical weapons there is no choice but to take military action with or without a UN mandate.
By selection and omission the coverage distorted the truth and misled the public as to what had actually taken place. The Commissioner rightly draws attention to the continuing debate around MPs' external interests, and notes some of the complexities involved. This is a legitimate subject for media scrutiny but it places a responsibility on the media to ensure fair and accurate reporting.
