Matt Mathers

Matt Mathers is a news reporter based in London, with an interest in politics, home affairs and health. He joined The Independent from Daily Star Online in March 2020 and has previously written for The Sunday Times and The Belfast Telegraph, among others. He covers domestic and foreign news and has this year written about everything from dementia, to the state of the UK prison system and concerns about the government's climate policy. You can contact him with stories and tips by emailing matt.mathers@independent.co.uk

Biography:  https://www.independent.co.uk/author/matt-mathers

94%

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

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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

95%

Examples:

  • Matt Mathers has a slight bias towards reporting on negative aspects of the UK government and the Conservative party.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • There are no clear instances of conflicts of interest in Matt Mathers' reporting.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Mathers reported on contradictions within political debates and statements from politicians.
  • There are instances where Matt Mathers has reported contradictory information regarding the Tory party's actions and intentions.

Deceptions

90%

Examples:

  • He has also reported on deceptions used by politicians in debates and interviews.
  • Matt Mathers has occasionally used deceptive practices such as misleading headlines and selective reporting to create a particular narrative.

Recent Articles

Conservative Party Members, Including Rishi Sunak's Aides, Under Investigation for Betting Scandal Before UK General Election

Conservative Party Members, Including Rishi Sunak's Aides, Under Investigation for Betting Scandal Before UK General Election

Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024 A betting scandal involving Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's closest aides, including Conservative Party chief data officer Nick Mason and two election candidates, has emerged just before the UK general election on July 4. The Gambling Commission is investigating potential insider trading related to bets placed on the election date. Sunak announced the elections unexpectedly, leading to concerns about rule-breaking and unethical behavior within the Conservative Party.
Conservative Party Betting Scandal: Rishi Sunak and Allies Under Investigation

Conservative Party Betting Scandal: Rishi Sunak and Allies Under Investigation

Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024 A betting scandal involving individuals linked to the Conservative Party, including some in Rishi Sunak's inner circle, is under investigation by the Gambling Commission. The allegations come as concerns over unequal rules within the party mount and Sunak's Conservative Party trails behind Labour in polls.
Conservative Candidates Under Investigation for Betting on Election Timing: Laura Saunders and Tony Lee

Conservative Candidates Under Investigation for Betting on Election Timing: Laura Saunders and Tony Lee

Broke On: Thursday, 20 June 2024 Two Conservative Party candidates, Laura Saunders and Tony Lee, face Gambling Commission investigations for alleged betting on election timing. Rishi Sunak's campaign is rocked by a gambling scandal amidst intense scrutiny of his leadership.
Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer Clash Over Taxes and Immigration in Sky News Debate

Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer Clash Over Taxes and Immigration in Sky News Debate

Broke On: Wednesday, 12 June 2024 During a heated Sky News debate, Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer clashed over tax cuts, corporation tax increases, and immigration policies. While Sunak promised tax reductions under the Conservatives, Starmer pledged no income tax, national insurance or VAT hikes for Labour. The leaders also discussed the economy, NHS and illegal migration after record Channel crossings.
Two Conservative MPs Defect to Labour Party: Natalie Elphicke Joins Amid Criticism of Rishi Sunak's Government

Two Conservative MPs Defect to Labour Party: Natalie Elphicke Joins Amid Criticism of Rishi Sunak's Government

Broke On: Wednesday, 08 May 2024 Two Conservative MPs, including hardline immigration critic Natalie Elphicke, have defected to the Labour Party amid criticism of Rishi Sunak's government for its handling of border security and housing issues. Elphicke accuses the Conservatives of failing to keep the UK safe and cites record levels of small boat arrivals in the English Channel as a major concern.