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The FFS Show episode 8: Scots vaccine death stats, and how to talk to conspiracy theorists
Mags is back for episode eight of The FFS Show, The Ferret's fact-checking and misinformation podcast.
Claim of multiple deaths in Scotland from Covid vaccine Half True
Ferret Fact Service looks at an article claiming 'multiple deaths' had been caused by the Covid-19 vaccine in Scotland.
Assessment system for ‘exams in disguise’ has ‘lost credibility’ and ‘destroyed trust’
Those raising concerns about the assessment of what have been branded "exams in disguise" include the principal of George Watson’s College one of the country’s most prestigious private schools.
The FFS Show episode 7: How well did the media report on Covid-19?
Episode 7 of the FFS podcast is live!
Dramatic rise in deaths of those with home care prompts inquiry calls
The number of people receiving home care who have died over the last year has increased by 71 per cent, prompting calls for scrutiny.
Fact check: the final BBC Scottish leaders’ debate
Ferret Fact Service looks at another five claims from the party leaders during a BBC debate ahead of the Scottish Parliament elections.
‘Astonishing’ pandemic parking bill at three PFI hospitals tops £5.6m
PFI firms are charging the Scottish Government more than half a million pounds a month for free car parking at three Scottish hospitals.
Edinburgh locals warned over ‘worrying’ Covid-19 conspiracy leaflet
The leaflet encourages people to “take the time to study” three websites that carry misleading content about Covid-19. Two ask readers for money.
Fact check: the BBC Scottish leaders debate
Ferret Fact Service looked at claims by the party leaders ahead of the Scottish Parliament election.