Editorial Policy

Wrexham Reds is built on clear, confident reporting about Wrexham AFC and the issues that shape the club, the community, and the wider game. We value strong opinions, but our work is grounded in verifiable information. We believe in open expression and an independent press, and we aim to deliver coverage that is direct, honest, and unmistakably ours.

We operate to high factual standards. We follow the Editors’ Code of Practice, and although we oppose any form of state control of journalism, we are committed to the Code in full. Accuracy, fairness, and respect for privacy sit at the core of everything we publish.

How We Uphold the Editors’ Code

All complaints about Wrexham Reds content are handled by our Editorial Compliance lead, who oversees our response to any concerns raised under the Editors’ Code. Complaints submitted via our website or email are reviewed promptly, and any potential breach is thoroughly examined.

Our team receives ongoing training in the Code, including updates on relevant IPSO rulings across the industry. When corrections are required, we publish them clearly on a dedicated corrections page online and, where appropriate, we update the original article.

Our Approach to Diversity & Inclusion

Wrexham Reds aims to reflect the full range of voices and backgrounds that make up the club’s fanbase and the town itself. We support diversity in recruitment, development, and leadership, and we expect our coverage to represent supporters from all communities and identities.

Our priorities include:

• Bringing new talent into journalism from a wider range of backgrounds
• Ensuring leadership opportunities are accessible to underrepresented groups
• Producing coverage that reflects the breadth of Wrexham’s supporters, not only the most visible voices

We work with training partners, apprenticeship providers, and regional talent schemes to create pathways into sports media for young people both in North Wales and beyond.

Advertising Standards

Wrexham Reds follows the standards set by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA). We maintain systems that prevent advertisers from appearing next to unsuitable or sensitive content, and we expect brands to meet the same standards we hold ourselves to.

Our advertising policy covers:

• How ads are reviewed and approved
• What categories of content may restrict advertising
• Data and privacy rules related to commercial partnerships

Commercial Transparency

Any content we publish that has been commercially funded will always be clearly labelled as advertising. Editorial decisions are not influenced by advertisers, and our writers and editors retain full independence. If an advert undermines our values, our editorial team may request its removal.

Mission Statement

Wrexham Reds is committed to ethical, responsible journalism. In a football landscape that moves fast and often leans on rumour, we prioritise accuracy and humanity. Our goal is to inform and engage supporters without causing unnecessary harm or misrepresentation.

Feedback and Reader Engagement

We encourage fans to reach out with questions, complaints, or suggestions. Constructive feedback helps us improve coverage, identify gaps, and understand what issues matter most to the Wrexham community.

Readers can contact us through:

• Our website’s contact page
• Social channels
• Direct author contact details listed on writer profiles
• Postal correspondence to our office (address listed below)

Ethical Principles

Wrexham Reds follows five core principles of ethical journalism:

1. Truth & Accuracy
   We aim to verify information before publishing. Where details cannot be fully confirmed, we state that clearly.
2. Independence
   Our writers do not act on behalf of political, commercial, or cultural interests. Any conflict of interest must be disclosed to editors.
3. Fairness & Impartiality
   While we may take strong editorial positions, our reporting remains balanced and rooted in context.
4. Humanity
   We avoid reporting that causes avoidable harm. Sensitive topics, especially those involving local individuals, are handled with care.
5. Accountability
   We correct mistakes openly and promptly. We take responsibility for our coverage and listen to concerns from readers.

We also follow guidance from the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ).

Corrections Policy

If we publish an error, we fix it as quickly as possible. Corrections are added clearly to the relevant article and logged on our corrections page. If you believe we have published inaccurate information, contact us via the channels listed below.

Coverage Priorities

Our writers remain independent of external interests, including clubs, businesses, and political groups. We aim to cover Wrexham AFC and related topics with fairness, transparency, and clear separation between reporting and opinion.

Bylines Policy

Every article carries:

• The writer’s name
• A link to their biography
• Relevant contact or social details

If a rare exception is made to publish without a byline, we will explain why and how to submit corrections to that piece.

Use of Anonymous Sources

Anonymous sources may only be used when:

• The information is factual and essential to the story
• The information cannot be obtained without anonymity
• The source is reliable and positioned to know the details they provide

Writers must seek editor approval before granting a source anonymity. We follow the SPJ Code’s guidance on motivation, clarity of conditions, and protecting credibility.

Fact-Checking Standards

To maintain accuracy:

1. Writers must cite and link to every source used
2. Writers are trained to evaluate source credibility and avoid unverified claims
3. We provide guidance on which sources meet our reliability standards
4. Writers should avoid topics they cannot cover with confidence
5. Opinion and fact must be clearly distinguished
6. Editors routinely audit articles and question unconfirmed claims

If we publish incorrect or misleading information, we correct it swiftly.

Plagiarism Policy

We have zero tolerance for plagiarism. Any writer found to have copied others’ work without permission or attribution faces immediate disciplinary action.

Sponsored Content

Wrexham Reds does not publish sponsored articles or guest posts. Our coverage is produced solely by our editorial team to maintain independence, consistency, and trust.