Dominic Penna,

Dominic Penna is a journalist who covers general election 2024 and other political news for The Telegraph. He provides in-depth analysis of the UK government's response to various issues such as the Covid-19 pandemic, Reform UK's policies, and controversies surrounding Labour party candidates. His work often highlights contradictions, biases, and deceptive practices in political reporting.

Biography:  https://www.telegraph.co.uk/authors/d/dk-do/dominic-penna/

85%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

85%

Examples:

  • He is going to put up your taxes, put up your bills, as clear as night follows day.
  • If you think Labour are going to win, start saving.
  • Mark my words, Labour will raise your taxes. It's in their DNA. Your work, your car, your pension. You name it, Labour will tax it.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • Boris Johnson, former UK Prime Minister, testified at the Covid Inquiry, discussing the UK government's response to the pandemic. Johnson expressed regret for the suffering and loss experienced by many, and took personal responsibility for all decisions made during the pandemic.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Keir Starmer dismissed this claim as 'absolute garbage'.
  • Rishi Sunak claimed Labour would increase taxes by £2,000 per working family.

Deceptions

70%

Examples:

  • He is going to put up your taxes, put up your bills
  • Mark my words, Labour will raise your taxes. It's in their DNA. Your work, your car, your pension. You name it, Labour will tax it.
  • The Prime Minister highlighted Treasury analysis that suggested there was a major black hole in Labour's spending approach, arguing it would inevitably lead to higher taxes.

Recent Articles

Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer Clash in ITV Debate: Taxes, Immigration, and the Cost of Living

Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer Clash in ITV Debate: Taxes, Immigration, and the Cost of Living

Broke On: Tuesday, 04 June 2024 During the first 2024 general election debate, Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer clashed over taxes, immigration, healthcare, and past leadership records. Sunak accused Starmer of planning to raise taxes significantly for working households if elected. Starmer denied this claim and criticized Sunak's record in government. The cost of living issue was also discussed with both leaders addressing energy bills, food prices, private healthcare, and taxes. The debate poll results showed a narrow victory for Sunak but perceived Starmer as more likable and trustworthy.

Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson Testifies at COVID-19 Inquiry

Broke On: Tuesday, 05 December 2023 Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson testified at a public inquiry into the country's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. Johnson acknowledged the mistakes made during the crisis and expressed regret for the suffering and loss experienced by many. Johnson faced criticism from families of COVID victims and protesters outside the inquiry venue. The inquiry is expected to take three years to complete, with interim reports starting next year.