Charles Hymas,

Charles Hymas is a journalist who primarily covers politics and current affairs for The Telegraph. He focuses on stories related to the UK government, political parties, and legal issues. Hymas often reports on topics such as immigration policy, national security, and prison reform. His reporting is characterized by a strong focus on the impact of these issues on individuals and communities in the UK.

Biography:  https://www.telegraph.co.uk/authors/c/cf-cj/charles-hymas/

77%

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

88%

Examples:

  • The author has a tendency to present Rishi Sunak and the Conservative party in a positive light, often highlighting their commitment to national security and innovative approaches to addressing issues such as immigration.
  • There is also an instance of the author using language that dehumanizes those who have lost their lives in pursuit of a better life (referring to them as 'migrant deaths').

Conflicts of Interest

55%

Examples:

  • There is no clear evidence of conflicts of interest.

Contradictions

92%

Examples:

  • In one article, the author states that Ibrahima Bah had claimed to be forced by violent smugglers to make the journey with at least 43 other migrants, however this claim was dismissed by the prosecution.
  • The original Rwanda plan was stated as being the only possible working policy in one article, while in another it is mentioned that Lord Vernon Coaker, Labour's Home Office spokesman, said that while his party opposed the bill, it was the unelected House of Lords' job to scrutinize and amend legislation but not block it.
  • The strength of opposition aired in the chamber on Monday suggested that the bill is in for a long, hard fight over the coming weeks. This contradicts an earlier statement where Sunak says “I feel a profound sense of urgency. Because more will change in the next five years than in the last thirty.'

Deceptions

86%

Examples:

  • The article claims that Ibrahima Bah had claimed to be forced by violent smugglers to make the journey with at least 43 other migrants. However, this claim was dismissed by the prosecution.
  • The author uses phrases like 'violent smugglers' and implies that they are responsible for forcing individuals to make dangerous journeys across treacherous waters, which is an example of religious bias.

Recent Articles

Conservative Party Leadership Contest: Timeline, Rules, and Potential Candidates

Conservative Party Leadership Contest: Timeline, Rules, and Potential Candidates

Broke On: Tuesday, 23 July 2024 The Conservative Party will begin electing a new leader this week, with Rishi Sunak acting as interim until November 2nd. Nominations open Wednesday and close Monday, requiring MP backing for candidates to proceed. The parliamentary party will narrow down the field through votes, with finalists presenting at the September conference. Eligible Conservative Party members can vote from late October.
Prime Minister Sunak: Britain Faces Gravest Crisis Since Cold War - Shifting Focus on Defense, AI, and Immigration

Prime Minister Sunak: Britain Faces Gravest Crisis Since Cold War - Shifting Focus on Defense, AI, and Immigration

Broke On: Sunday, 12 May 2024 Prime Minister Rishi Sunak calls for a shift in focus towards defense and security amidst international conflicts, technological advancements, and potential mass migration. Amidst economic crises and the pandemic, Sunak positions himself as the better leader compared to Sir Keir Starmer. The Conservatives present their innovative approach to tackling immigration through the Rwanda plan as Britain stands at a crossroads.
Ibrahima Bah found guilty of gross negligence manslaughter after four migrants drown in English Channel inflatable boat crash

Ibrahima Bah found guilty of gross negligence manslaughter after four migrants drown in English Channel inflatable boat crash

Broke On: Monday, 19 February 2024 On February 19, 2024, Ibrahima Bah was found guilty of manslaughter after four migrants drowned when the inflatable boat he piloted ran into difficulty in the English Channel. Despite claiming to have been forced by violent smugglers to make the journey with at least 43 other migrants, jurors dismissed this claim and found him guilty of gross negligence manslaughter.
Rishi Sunak's Rwanda Plan Faces More Hurdles as Tory Peers Condemn Policy, Historians and Bishops Criticize Principles During First Debate in House of Lords

Rishi Sunak's Rwanda Plan Faces More Hurdles as Tory Peers Condemn Policy, Historians and Bishops Criticize Principles During First Debate in House of Lords

Broke On: Wednesday, 31 January 2024 Rishi Sunak's Rwanda plan faces opposition from Tory peers, historians and bishops during its first debate in the House of Lords. While Labour opposes the bill, it is not their job to block it.