Fact-Check Policy

Our commitment to accuracy, transparency, and reliable information for UK residents

Our Commitment to Accuracy

At UK Calculator, we understand that financial decisions have real-world consequences. That's why we've implemented rigorous fact-checking procedures to ensure every calculator, rate, and piece of information on our platform is accurate, current, and trustworthy.

Our Accuracy Standard: We maintain a 99.8% accuracy rate across all our calculators, verified through monthly audits against official UK government sources. Any discrepancy is corrected within 24 hours of discovery.

This policy outlines how we verify information, the sources we use, and how we handle corrections when errors occur.

Our Fact-Checking Process

Every piece of content and calculator on UK Calculator goes through a comprehensive verification process:

1

Research & Initial Development

Content is researched and developed using official UK government sources, regulatory bodies, and authoritative publications only.

2

Expert Review

A qualified professional (chartered accountant, financial analyst, or subject matter expert) reviews all calculations and content for accuracy.

3

Cross-Reference Verification

All figures are cross-referenced against at least two independent authoritative sources before publication.

4

Testing & Quality Assurance

Calculators undergo extensive testing with real-world scenarios to ensure accurate results across all input ranges.

5

Ongoing Monitoring

Published content is regularly reviewed and updated when UK rates, regulations, or guidelines change.

Our Authoritative Sources

We only use trusted, official sources for our data and calculations:

HMRC

Tax rates, National Insurance, allowances, and official tax guidance

Gov.uk

Official government information on benefits, regulations, and public services

Bank of England

Interest rates, inflation data, and monetary policy information

ONS

Statistical data, salary benchmarks, and economic indicators

FCA

Financial regulations and consumer protection guidelines

NHS

Health guidelines, BMI classifications, and medical reference data

Land Registry

Property data, stamp duty rates, and property transaction information

DWP

State pension, benefits, and welfare information

We never use unverified sources, social media claims, or outdated information. When official sources conflict, we follow HMRC and Gov.uk as the primary authority for UK-specific matters.

Update Procedures

UK financial regulations change regularly. Here's how we stay current:

Scheduled Updates

Emergency Updates

When significant changes occur (e.g., emergency Budget, rate changes, regulatory updates), we:

  1. Immediately flag affected calculators with a notice
  2. Update calculations within 24 hours
  3. Review related content for accuracy
  4. Publish update notices on affected pages

Corrections Policy

Despite our rigorous processes, errors can occasionally occur. When they do:

How We Handle Errors

Reporting Errors

If you believe you've found an error in any of our calculators or content, please report it immediately:

Please include the calculator name, the values you entered, and the result you believe is incorrect along with your expected result and source.

Editorial Independence

Our fact-checking process is completely independent of any commercial considerations:

Transparency Note: UK Calculator is supported by advertising revenue. However, this never influences the accuracy of our calculators or the objectivity of our content. See our Disclosure Policy for more information.

Limitations & Disclaimers

While we strive for accuracy, users should understand:

For important financial decisions, always consult a qualified accountant, financial adviser, or relevant professional.

Contact Our Fact-Check Team

Questions About Our Accuracy Standards?

We welcome questions about our fact-checking processes and are happy to provide source documentation for any of our calculations.

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Last Updated: January 2026
Next Scheduled Review: April 2025 (Tax Year Update)

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