Archie Mitchell
Archie Mitchell is a journalist who covers politics for The Independent. He has reported on various political events and issues, including the UK general elections, Brexit, and the Rwanda asylum policy. Mitchell has a background in journalism and has worked for several news outlets throughout his career.
76%
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
90%
Examples:
- The author implies that those who oppose the Rwanda bill are trying to block it.
- The author occasionally uses language that dehumanizes and portrays the actions of asylum seekers as a threat.
- The author refers to asylum seekers as 'illegal migrants'.
Conflicts of Interest
75%
Examples:
- The author has a military background and may have personal interests in the topics related to defence and security.
- The author uses language that dehumanizes and portrays the actions of asylum seekers as a threat.
Contradictions
85%
Examples:
- He was buoyed on Friday by official figures showing the economy grew by 0.6% over the first quarter, ending a technical recession recorded in the final half of last year.
- Rishi Sunak will hold a major speech in central London to draw a dividing line with Labour.
- The Safety of Rwanda bill seeks to rule it a 'safe' country in British law, blocking asylum seekers from appealing deportations.
Deceptions
60%
Examples:
- He was buoyed on Friday by official figures showing the economy grew by 0.6% over the first quarter, ending a technical recession recorded in the final half of last year.
- Reacting to the prime minister’s speech tomorrow, Labour’s shadow chancellor Pat McFadden said the Conservatives ‘can’t fix the country’s problems because they are the problem.’
- The PM is expected to hold a general election in October or November and faces an uphill battle.
Recent Articles
Rishi Sunak and Nigel Farage: A Political Clash of Tax Cuts and Immigration Reforms in 2024
Broke On: Monday, 17 June 2024In the 2024 political race, Rishi Sunak and Nigel Farage make waves. Sunak faces pressure to attack Labour's Keir Starmer and dismiss Farage's Reform UK party, while Farage unveils radical tax cuts and immigration reforms in his manifesto. Sunak focuses on Starmer amid Brexit tensions, while Farage presents a contract with the people for 2029 leadership. Unclear how France will respond to Farage's plan to return illegal migrants. 
Thousands Infected with Deadly Viruses from Contaminated Blood in the UK: A Catalogue of Failures and Concealment
Broke On: Monday, 20 May 2024From the late 1970s to the 1990s, over 30,000 UK individuals contracted viruses like HIV and hepatitis from contaminated blood or blood products due to a deliberate cover-up by British authorities and the public health service. An estimated 3,000 people died, and many others were left with lifelong illnesses; Prime Minister Rishi Sunak called it 'a day of shame for the British state' and offered a full apology. A compensation package worth several billion pounds is expected to be announced soon. 
Prime Minister Sunak: Britain Faces Gravest Crisis Since Cold War - Shifting Focus on Defense, AI, and Immigration
Broke On: Sunday, 12 May 2024Prime 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. 
Rishi Sunak Faces Fresh Headache as Rwanda Deportation Bill Returns to House of Lords
Broke On: Tuesday, 19 March 2024Rishi Sunak faces a fresh defeat in the House of Lords as peers seek to amend the Safety of Rwanda bill, delaying flights to Kigali until June.