Editorial Standards

1. Purpose and scope

lite.news is owned and operated by NXT Ltd, a UK-registered company. lite.news operates as a licensed news feed and wire service for publishers, platforms, and downstream products.

These Editorial Standards set out the principles that guide how reporting is produced, structured, and maintained for reuse through lite.news feeds. They describe our approach to accuracy, sourcing, attribution, and responsible publication.

2. Accuracy and factual reporting

lite.news aims to publish clear, factual reporting based on verifiable public information. Our editorial approach prioritises:

• Reported facts supported by public records, official statements, or reliable sources.
• Neutral language that avoids speculation, opinion, or advocacy.
• Clear separation between established facts and reported allegations.
• Context sufficient to avoid misleading impressions.

Content is produced for reuse in downstream systems and publications and is designed to minimise the risk of misinterpretation when republished out of its original context.

3. Sources and attribution

Reporting is based on publicly available sources such as government publications, regulatory filings, court records, official statements, and reporting from established news organisations.

Sources are used to identify and verify information, not to reproduce wording, narrative structure, or editorial framing. Articles are written in original language and structure.

Where appropriate, attribution is included to indicate the origin of reported information (for example, “according to a filing” or “according to the regulator”). Attribution practices are designed to support responsible reuse by licensed customers.

4. Originality and copyright

lite.news publishes original reporting written in its own words. We do not republish third-party articles or reproduce substantial portions of copyrighted text.

Any quotations, where used, are limited in length, clearly attributed, and included only where necessary for accuracy or context.

Content is produced with the expectation that it may be redistributed under licence by third parties. Editorial processes are designed to reduce copyright and attribution risk in downstream use.

5. Use of tools and automation

lite.news uses digital tools, including automated systems, to assist with elements of the publishing workflow such as research, drafting, formatting, and consistency checks.

These tools are configured to generate original language and to follow defined editorial constraints. Editorial responsibility for all published content remains with NXT Ltd.

6. Sensitive and high-risk topics

Additional care is taken when reporting on topics that may carry legal, reputational, or personal risk, including but not limited to:

• Crime, investigations, and legal proceedings.
• Public health, safety, and medical issues.
• Political processes and regulatory actions.
• Matters involving private individuals or minors.

In such cases, reporting aims to:

• Rely on clearly identified and credible sources.
• Avoid asserting wrongdoing or intent without attribution.
• Use cautious, factual language appropriate for republication.

7. Corrections, updates, and review

lite.news aims to correct material errors of fact when they are identified. Where appropriate, articles may be updated, clarified, or annotated to reflect new information or corrections.

If a credible concern is raised, we may review the content and, in some cases, temporarily restrict access while the issue is assessed.

8. Conflicts of interest

lite.news seeks to avoid conflicts of interest that could compromise editorial independence or factual integrity. Where a potential conflict exists, we may disclose it or adjust coverage accordingly.

9. Advertising and independence

lite.news may display advertising or work with third-party advertising partners. Advertising relationships do not determine editorial coverage, story selection, or how content is written.

Editorial content is produced independently of advertising or commercial considerations.

10. Relationship to reuse and licensing

These Editorial Standards are designed to support licensed reuse of lite.news content by publishers and platforms. Licensed customers are responsible for ensuring that their use of content complies with applicable laws, regulations, and their own editorial standards.

11. Contact

To raise an editorial concern or request a correction, please contact us using the form on the about page.