Last updated: 18 November 2025
At London Construction Magazine (LCM), our credibility is built on strong ethical journalism.
We are committed to honest reporting, transparent communication, responsible editorial practices and the highest standards of integrity within the construction news sector.
This Ethics Policy outlines the principles that guide our editorial team and contributors.
Editorial Integrity
LCM’s journalism is independent, fair and free from external pressure. We do not allow:
- Advertisers
- Commercial partners
- Companies featured in articles
- Individuals with financial interest
to influence our editorial decisions.
All stories are selected based solely on public interest, relevance and accuracy.
Transparency With Readers
We believe readers deserve clarity about:
- Where information comes from
- Who writes our articles
- Whether content is sponsored
- How corrections and updates are handled
Any sponsored or promotional article is clearly labelled as Sponsored Content.
Avoiding Conflicts of Interest
Our writers, contributors and editors must:
- Declare any financial or personal relationship with companies mentioned
- Avoid covering stories where they have a conflict of interest
- Refrain from accepting gifts, payments or incentives that could influence reporting
- If a potential conflict exists, it is disclosed clearly within the article
Respect, Sensitivity and Professional Conduct
We avoid:
- Discrimination
- Defamation
- Personal attacks
- Sensationalism
- Misleading claims
We treat all companies, workers, and stakeholders with respect, regardless of their role or position within the industry.
Legal and Regulatory Compliance
LCM adheres to:
- UK media law
- Copyright law
- Privacy and data protection regulations
- Construction-sector reporting standards
- Safety-sensitive publication practices
We avoid publishing sensitive project information that could endanger workers or the public.
Source Ethics & Attribution
We use sources ethically by:
- Verifying claims before publication
- Giving proper credit for data, images and quotations
- Avoiding plagiarism entirely
- Respecting embargoes and confidential information
Anonymous sources are only used when:
- Necessary
- Credible
- Verified by supporting evidence
Their anonymity must not compromise accuracy.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
LCM may use AI tools to assist with:
- Drafting
- Research
- Optimisation
- Grammar checking
But:
- All final editorial decisions are made by humans
- AI is never used as a source of truth
- AI-generated text is edited for accuracy, tone and clarity
- We do not publish automated content without human oversight
- Transparency is always maintained.
Protection of Minors, Workers and Sensitive Sites
We take extra care when publishing content involving:
- Minors
- Vulnerable individuals
- Live construction sites
- Security-sensitive locations
We avoid publishing information that could compromise safety or privacy.
Independence From Political Influence
Although LCM covers government planning, construction policy and regulatory changes, we:
- Avoid political bias
- Do not endorse political parties
- Do not publish political advocacy disguised as news
- Ensure commentary is clearly labelled as opinion
Accountability
We hold ourselves accountable. If we fail to meet our standards:
- We correct the issue
- We communicate openly
- We improve our internal processes
Readers may report ethical concerns at: