Alexander Butler

Alexander Butler is a general reporter at The Independent with a focus on the UK's relationship with China and Hong Kong. He covers various topics and can be contacted at alexander.butler@independent.co.uk.

Biography:  https://www.independent.co.uk/author/alexander-butler

91%

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 is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

Bias

92%

Examples:

  • The author has a slight bias towards reporting the facts without any personal opinion or interpretation.

Conflicts of Interest

92%

Examples:

  • There are no clear instances of conflict of interest in the author's reporting.

Contradictions

86%

Examples:

  • Some articles report on ongoing conflicts with discrepancies between opposing sides' claims.
  • There are minor contradictions in some of the articles regarding details about ongoing conflicts and events.

Deceptions

88%

Examples:

  • The author occasionally uses deceptive practices such as omitting relevant information or misleading phrasing, but these instances are rare and not a consistent pattern.

Recent Articles

Two British Climbers Disappear in Deadly 'Death Zone' of Mount Everest: Urgent Appeal for Funds to Launch Search and Rescue Mission

Two British Climbers Disappear in Deadly 'Death Zone' of Mount Everest: Urgent Appeal for Funds to Launch Search and Rescue Mission

Broke On: Tuesday, 21 May 2024 Two climbers, including a British fitness instructor and a Nepali guide, went missing after a cornice collapse on crowded Mount Everest, highlighting the dangers of increased traffic on the mountain and emphasizing the importance of proper preparation and safety measures.
Labour Makes Gains in Local Elections: Chris Webb Wins in Blackpool South and Hartlepool Council Flips to Red

Labour Makes Gains in Local Elections: Chris Webb Wins in Blackpool South and Hartlepool Council Flips to Red

Broke On: Friday, 03 May 2024 In the May 3, 2024 local elections, Labour made gains in Blackpool South and Redditch, while Hartlepool council saw Labour take control for the first time since 2019. However, losses in South Tyneside and criticism of the UK government over arms sales to Israel and police crackdowns on pro-Palestinian protests dampened Labour's momentum.
Ukraine's Commander-in-Chief Acknowledges Russian Gains, Retreats Troops in Donetsk Region

Ukraine's Commander-in-Chief Acknowledges Russian Gains, Retreats Troops in Donetsk Region

Broke On: Sunday, 28 April 2024 Ukrainian troops retreat along three sections of the frontline in Donetsk region due to intense fighting and Russian advances. Russian Ministry of Defense claims destruction of Ukrainian ammunition depots and military equipment, while Ukrainian forces inflict losses on opponents. Intense fighting continues in Avdiivka, with both sides reporting gains and losses.
Russia and Ukraine Engage in Escalating Attacks on Each Other's Energy Sectors: Four Power Plants Damaged, EU Supplies at Risk

Russia and Ukraine Engage in Escalating Attacks on Each Other's Energy Sectors: Four Power Plants Damaged, EU Supplies at Risk

Broke On: Saturday, 27 April 2024 Russia and Ukraine engage in escalating attacks on each other's energy sectors, damaging infrastructure and raising concerns for potential disruptions to European energy supplies. On April 27-28, Russia launched missiles against Ukrainian power plants, causing damage and injuring an engineer. In response, Ukraine shot down drones sent towards their facilities. The following day, Russia renewed its attacks on Ukraine's energy grid, damaging four thermal power plants belonging to the largest private energy company DTEK. European Union gas facilities crucial for EU supply were also affected.
Jaguar Land Rover CEO Calls for National Conversation on Organized Vehicle Crime in the U.K., Resulting in Fewer Thefts of Range Rovers Last Year Compared to 2021.

Jaguar Land Rover CEO Calls for National Conversation on Organized Vehicle Crime in the U.K., Resulting in Fewer Thefts of Range Rovers Last Year Compared to 2021.

Broke On: Sunday, 04 February 2024 Jaguar Land Rover CEO Adrian Mardell called for a national conversation about organized vehicle crime in the U.K., resulting in fewer thefts of Range Rover Sport models last year compared to 2021.