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Independent candidate posts nearly 200 Facebook election ads including AI anti-migrant fakes
An independent MP candidate has spent thousands of pounds posting more Facebook advertisements than any other Scottish election hopeful this year.
Who is vying for your vote on Facebook?
The Ferret analysed information about paid advertising on social media, posted by candidates for Scottish constituencies in the upcoming general election.
FFS explains: Why is the XL Bully being banned?
Ferret Fact Service looks at the evidence behind the forthcoming ban on XL Bully dogs.
Why are governments restricting TikTok?
Ferret Fact Service explains why TikTok is facing pressure and scrunity in Europe and the US.
Claim on energy price rises in UK, France and Germany is Half True
The energy crisis has affected countries across Europe. Ferret Fact Service looks at the comparisons that are being made between the responses of different nations to the increase in bills.
BP targeting Scots with ‘greenwashing’ Facebook adverts
BP has spent nearly £60,000 on social media adverts targeted at Scottish users and championing its green credentials in the last three months.
Facebook campaigns opposing anti-vaping laws prompt concern
Organisations that do not disclose their funders are running astroturf campaigns that have spent over £60,000 on Facebook adverts attacking proposed anti-vaping legislation.
Facebook apologises after blocking Scottish CND’s website
Facebook has issued an apology to the Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament after blocking people from accessing the peace organisation’s website.
Facebook blocks users from Scottish CND’s website
The Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament is considering an official complaint to Ofcom after Facebook blocked users from accessing the peace organisation’s website.
