Effective Date: 20 June 2026
At Sheffield Time, we are committed to accurate, transparent and accountable journalism. While we work hard to ensure all information is thoroughly verified before publication, mistakes can occasionally occur.
When errors are identified, we take prompt action to investigate and correct them.
Our Commitment to Accuracy
Our readers trust us to provide reliable information about Sheffield, South Yorkshire and the wider United Kingdom.
We are committed to:
- Correcting factual errors quickly.
- Updating articles when significant new information becomes available.
- Being transparent about important changes.
- Maintaining accountability for our reporting.
How We Handle Corrections
If a factual error is discovered, our editorial team will:
- Review the article in question.
- Verify the information using reliable sources.
- Correct inaccurate information promptly.
- Update the article where necessary.
- Add a correction note for significant errors.
Minor edits, such as spelling, grammar or formatting changes that do not alter the meaning of an article, may be updated without a correction notice.
Types of Corrections
Minor Corrections
Minor corrections may include:
- Spelling mistakes
- Grammar improvements
- Formatting adjustments
- Broken links
These updates may not require a correction notice.
Significant Corrections
Significant corrections may include:
- Incorrect names
- Incorrect dates
- Wrong figures or statistics
- Misquoted statements
- Incorrect locations
- Material factual inaccuracies
Significant corrections may include a note at the bottom of the article explaining what was changed.
Article Updates
News stories often develop over time.
Articles may be updated to reflect:
- Official announcements
- New developments
- Additional context
- Updated public information
Updates made as part of ongoing news developments are different from corrections.
Reporting an Error
If you believe an article contains inaccurate information, please contact our editorial team.
Please include:
- Article URL
- Description of the issue
- Supporting evidence where available
Email: editor@sheffieldtime.co.uk
Editorial Review Process
Every correction request is reviewed by our editorial team before changes are made.
We reserve the right to decline correction requests that are:
- Unsupported by evidence
- Opinion based disagreements
- Misleading or malicious submissions
Our Promise to Readers
Transparency and trust are central to our journalism.
We value reader feedback and encourage our audience to help us maintain high editorial standards.
Website: https://sheffieldtime.co.uk
Editorial Contact: editor@sheffieldtime.co.uk
Last Updated: 20 June 2026