Kate Devlin

Kate Devlin is a seasoned journalist with over a decade of experience in political reporting. She currently serves as the Politics and Whitehall Editor at the Independent, covering everything from scandalous politicians to general elections. Prior to joining the Independent, she worked for the Times and the Sunday Express. In 2023, she was recognized as 'one to watch' among the top 100 Women in Westminster.

Biography:  https://www.independent.co.uk/author/kate-devlin-0

78%

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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

86%

Examples:

  • Accusing Mr Sunak of helping to deliver a large Labour majority.
  • Claiming there is a deep bilateral free trade agreement with the European Union.
  • Claiming there was 'a clear difference' between his handling of the racism row surrounding Tory donor Frank Hester and how Nigel Farage responded to racist comments made about the PM by a Reform UK canvasser.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Contradictions

75%

Examples:

  • Andrew Parker described Islam as a 'disgusting cult'.
  • Andrew Parker suggested shooting at small boats bringing illegal migrants to the UK.

Deceptions

45%

Examples:

  • But as the Tory blame game escalated before even a vote is cast former cabinet minister John Redwood accused Mr Sunak of helping to deliver a large Labour majority.
  • He also claimed there was 'a clear difference' between his handling of the racism row surrounding Tory donor Frank Hester and how Nigel Farage responded to racist comments made about the PM by a Reform UK canvasser.
  • He also said he believes he will win the election.
  • In a small crumb of good news for Mr Sunak, however, the Reform candidate in Erewash Liam Booth-Isherwood defected to back the Conservatives.
  • Rishi Sunak has said he 'proud' of his disastrous election campaign and claims he will win Thursday's general election.

Recent Articles

Reform UK Candidate Liam Booth-Isherwood Disowns Party Amid Allegations of Racism and Sexism: A Significant Blow to Credibility

Reform UK Candidate Liam Booth-Isherwood Disowns Party Amid Allegations of Racism and Sexism: A Significant Blow to Credibility

Broke On: Sunday, 30 June 2024 Reform UK candidate Liam Booth-Isherwood shocks the political landscape by disowning his party amid allegations of racism and sexism, dealing a significant blow to its credibility. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak defends Conservative Party's record since 2010 but faces an uphill battle in the general election as polls show Labour leading.
Reform UK Campaigners Under Fire for Racist, Homophobic, and Islamophobic Comments: Nigel Farage's Party Faces Backlash

Reform UK Campaigners Under Fire for Racist, Homophobic, and Islamophobic Comments: Nigel Farage's Party Faces Backlash

Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024 Reform UK campaigners face backlash for racist, homophobic, and Islamophobic comments during the UK election season. A canvasser for Nigel Farage's party was recorded making offensive remarks about Rishi Sunak and Islam.
Rishi Sunak's 2024 Conservative Party Manifesto: Tax Cuts, Help to Buy, and National Service

Rishi Sunak's 2024 Conservative Party Manifesto: Tax Cuts, Help to Buy, and National Service

Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024 British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak unveiled the Conservative Party's election manifesto, promising tax cuts for employees and self-employed, a new Help to Buy scheme for first-time homebuyers, and a national service program. Sunak acknowledged past mistakes but urged voters not to give Labour leader Keir Starmer a 'blank cheque'. Critics noted the lack of new ideas and previous attempts with mixed results.