Corrections and Clarifications: Fashion Loss, Arts Guide 2026

Daniel Harrolds

Corrections and clarifications are essential for maintaining editorial integrity, and this report covers recent updates including Paul Smith's pre-tax loss and a renamed BBC documentary. In our commitment to accuracy, we detail the specific amendments made to previously published articles.

Paul Smith's Financial Correction

In a recent interview with fashion designer Paul Smith, we incorrectly reported his company's pre-tax loss as "more than £22m." The accurate figure, due to an editing error, was £16.7m. We apologize for this error and have updated the article to reflect the correct financial data.


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Why Accuracy Matters in Financial Reporting

Financial figures, especially those concerning well-known brands, must be precise to avoid misleading investors and the public. Our correction ensures that readers have the correct information about Paul Smith's company performance.

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BBC Documentary Title Change

Our autumn arts guide recommended the BBC documentary originally titled A Bitter Pill: The Sodium Valproate Scandal. The documentary has since been renamed to Mums v Big Pharma. We have updated our guide to reflect this new title, ensuring readers can find the correct program.

Other Notable Corrections

We have also amended several other articles, including:

  • Hundreds gather to urge Scottish government to pause datacentre boom
  • London mayoral contenders limber up for a race that is Sadiq Khan's to lose
  • 25 years ago, two strangers met in the twin towers and escaped on 9/11. What happened next?
  • 'Forced out with nowhere to go': First Nations families face eviction as council sells homes over charity's unpaid rates
  • One Nation says renters and mortgage holders should have early access to their super. Is it a good idea?
  • It's time for Mark Zuckerberg to resign from Meta
  • Okurimono review – a heartbreaking dispatch from survivors of the Nagasaki bomb
  • Oasis: Don't Look Back in Anger review – mammoth tour movie brings the joy and poignancy of reunion

How to Report a Correction

If you spot an error in our reporting, we encourage you to contact our readers' editor. You can send an email to guardian.readers@theguardian.com, write to Readers' editor, Kings Place, 90 York Way, London N1 9GU, or leave a voicemail at +44 (0) 20 3353 4736. Your feedback helps us improve accuracy.

Corrections Process Comparison

Aspect Before Correction After Correction
Paul Smith's Loss Over £22m £16.7m
BBC Documentary Title A Bitter Pill Mums v Big Pharma

Key Takeaways

  • Always verify financial figures before publication.
  • Update titles promptly when programs are renamed.
  • Provide clear channels for readers to report errors.

FAQ

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions About Corrections

How do I submit a correction request?

You can email guardian.readers@theguardian.com, write to the Readers' editor at Kings Place, 90 York Way, London N1 9GU, or call +44 (0) 20 3353 4736.

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What was the exact amount of Paul Smith's pre-tax loss?

Paul Smith's company made a pre-tax loss of £16.7 million last year, not the previously reported £22 million.

Why was the BBC documentary renamed?

The documentary's name was changed from 'A Bitter Pill: The Sodium Valproate Scandal' to 'Mums v Big Pharma' by the producers. We updated our guide to reflect this change.

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