Our Commitment to Accuracy, Transparency, and Trust
Last Updated: November 23, 2024
UK Calculator is committed to providing accurate, unbiased, and comprehensive financial information to help UK residents make informed decisions. Our editorial team follows strict guidelines to ensure every piece of content meets the highest standards of quality and reliability.
Our content is created and reviewed by qualified professionals with extensive experience in UK finance, taxation, and regulatory compliance.
Senior Financial Analyst
CFA Charterholder
15+ years in financial services
Specializes in investment and pensions
Property Investment Specialist
RICS Accredited
12+ years in property market
Expert in buy-to-let and mortgages
Tax Planning Specialist
Chartered Accountant
20+ years in tax advisory
HMRC legislation expert
Content Editor
MA Financial Journalism
Former FT contributor
10+ years editorial experience
Every piece of content on UK Calculator goes through a rigorous multi-step process to ensure accuracy and quality:
Topics are selected based on user needs, regulatory changes, and seasonal relevance. Initial research uses official government sources and industry reports.
Content is written by subject matter experts with relevant qualifications and experience in the specific topic area.
Every fact, figure, and calculation is verified against multiple authoritative sources, including HMRC, Bank of England, and ONS data.
Calculators and technical content are tested by our development team to ensure accuracy across all scenarios and edge cases.
Content is reviewed for clarity, completeness, and compliance with our editorial standards by senior editors.
Financial content is reviewed to ensure compliance with UK financial regulations and consumer protection laws.
Published content is continuously monitored for accuracy and updated when regulations or rates change.
We maintain accuracy through systematic updates:
All content displays a "Last Updated" date, and significant changes are noted in update logs.
UK Calculator maintains complete editorial independence:
Despite our rigorous processes, errors can occur. When they do:
To report an error: Email corrections@ukcalculator.com with the page URL and details of the issue.
While UK Calculator primarily publishes expert-created content, we value user contributions:
UK Calculator uses technology to enhance accuracy and user experience:
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While we strive for accuracy, UK Calculator content is for informational purposes only:
We actively seek user feedback to improve our content:
We welcome your feedback, suggestions, and concerns about our content.
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Contact UsThis editorial policy is reviewed quarterly and updated as needed to reflect changes in best practices, regulations, or our operational procedures. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates the most recent revision.
Our Promise: UK Calculator is committed to being your trusted source for UK financial information. We take this responsibility seriously and continually work to earn and maintain your trust through accurate, transparent, and helpful content.
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