What is the UK Column?
The UK Column is an independent news organisation founded in 2006 by Brian Gerrish, our co-editor. Established with no financial backing or external investment, the UK Column remains completely independent of any advertisers, foundations and political parties. All of our funding comes from our viewers, listeners and readers who support us through memberships and donations.
Who runs the UK Column?
UK Column is the trading name of Akita Media Limited, which is owned and run by Brian Gerrish and Mike Robinson.
Why should I trust the UK Column?
Put simply, you shouldn't.
The question of whether or not to trust a news organisation is a false choice.
Making such a choice is promoted by government, the old media, and two new organisation types: the fact checker and the trust provider. It disenfranchises readers, viewers and listeners. It is based on the principle that if you trust the media organisation you are visiting, there is no need for you to check the information they present.
So we ask you not to trust us. Instead, view everything published here with a critical eye. Where possible, primary source material is made available for everything we publish: check it; make up your own mind.
Code of Practice
The UK Column operates under a Code of Practice, available here.
Corrections and Clarifications
It is the policy of the UK Column to correct significant editorial errors and handle editorial complaints as soon as possible. Please use the contact form or the editorial complaints email address.
