Last updated: 18 November 2025
At London Construction Magazine (LCM), our mission is to provide accurate, timely and transparent reporting on the construction industry in London and the wider UK. We are committed to maintaining the highest editorial standards in all our published content. These guidelines outline the principles that guide our journalism, our responsibility to readers, and our approach to accuracy, independence and fairness.
Editorial Independence
LCM operates with full editorial independence.
Our news, features and analysis are produced free from undue influence:
- No advertiser, sponsor, or commercial partner may influence editorial decisions.
- All editorial decisions are made internally based on relevance, accuracy and public interest.
- Sponsored content is clearly labelled as such.
Accuracy and Verification
We strive for the highest level of accuracy in all content.
Before publication:
- We verify facts using reputable sources.
- We cross-check data, statistics, project details, and official statements.
- We review technical information (e.g., project specifications, regulations, safety requirements) with qualified industry professionals where necessary.
If uncertainty remains, we clearly state what is confirmed and what is pending verification.
Fairness, Balance and Impartiality
Our reporting aims to represent:
- Multiple sides of a story when appropriate
- Opinions from relevant stakeholders
- Balanced analysis without sensationalism
We avoid exaggeration, misleading claims, or misrepresentation of individuals, companies, or project outcomes.
Corrections and Updates
If an error is identified in one of our articles:
- We correct it promptly
- We add a visible correction or update note when appropriate
- We notify readers of substantial changes
- We never hide or silently modify major factual corrections
Readers can request corrections by contacting us at:
Transparency and Attribution
LCM fully credits:
- Original sources
- Official documents
- Industry statements
- Press releases
- Third-party data
We do not plagiarise or reuse material without attribution.
Conflict of Interest
To protect editorial integrity:
- Contributors must disclose any personal or professional connections to companies or projects they cover
- We do not publish articles where conflicts compromise neutrality
- When relevant, we provide a transparency note to readers
Use of AI and Automation
LCM may use AI tools (including summarisation, research assistance, or proofreading) to support writing efficiency.
However:
- All final editorial decisions, fact verification and content approval are performed by human editors
- AI-generated text is reviewed and edited for accuracy, tone and reliability
- We do not publish fully automated news articles without human oversight
Safety, Sensitivity and Responsible Reporting
We avoid publishing:
- Harmful or discriminatory language
- Personal attacks
- Unverified allegations
- Invasive private information
- Content that endangers public safety
We follow UK media laws and respect privacy, copyright and fair reporting principles.
Advertising, Sponsorship and Branded Content
- Editorial content is never influenced by advertising.
- Sponsored articles are clearly labelled as “Sponsored”
- Display ads do not affect editorial judgement
- We refuse advertising that conflicts with our ethical standards
User Comments and Moderation
LCM maintains a respectful environment.
We reserve the right to remove comments that contain:
- Hate speech
- Abusive language
- Spam or misleading promotion
- Non-constructive or harmful content
Images, Graphics and Media
We only use:
- Images we have rights to publish
- Licensed or original photos
- Reader-submitted media with permission
We avoid misleading imagery that could distort the meaning of an article.
Contacting the Editorial Team
We encourage readers and industry stakeholders to contact us regarding corrections, feedback or news submissions.