Code of ethics

1. Where our information comes from

Our newspapers are digital local and business newspapers. We write stories from public information: press releases and notices issued by councils, government bodies and other public organisations, and press releases that companies, organisations and institutions send to the newsroom.

When a story is based on information from a public body, we say so in the article and link to the original source.

2. Accuracy

We try to stick to what the source says and not to present rumour or assumption as fact.

3. Errors and corrections

We can make mistakes. If you find an error in a story, or a story concerns you and you believe it is wrong, write to the newspaper or to info@trocmedia.net: we will look into it and, if appropriate, correct it as soon as possible. Each newspaper explains how in its corrections policy.

4. Respect for people

We do not publish content that promotes discrimination on grounds of origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other personal circumstance. We take particular care with information about victims of crime, accidents or tragedies.

5. Privacy and minors

We comply with data protection law: the GDPR and the legislation of each country where we publish. We avoid identifying minors in compromising situations and publishing personal data without a clear public interest.

6. Copyright and images

We respect copyright. If you hold the rights to a text or image and believe we should not publish it, write to us at info@trocmedia.net and we will remove it where appropriate.

7. Technology

We use technology, including artificial intelligence, to write, translate and illustrate content, always starting from the sources described in this code. Images generated with artificial intelligence are illustrative and do not show real events.

8. Transparency and contact

Each newspaper publishes its editorial policy, corrections policy and privacy policy. For any question about our content, write to us at info@trocmedia.net.