Press Complaints

The Press Complaints Commission is an independent organisation set up in 1991 to ensure that British newspapers and magazines follow the letter and spirit of an ethical Code of Practice dealing with issues such as inaccuracy, privacy, misrepresentation and harassment.

Most of the complaints raise possible breaches of the Code and nearly all of those concerning inaccuracy are resolved directly by editors to the satisfaction of those complaining.

The Commission adjudicates formally on the remainder, with all critical adjudications are published in full by the publications involved.

The PCC website