Guardian Corrections and Clarifications, August 27 2026
The Guardian's corrections and clarifications column for August 27, 2026, addresses prior errors and updates readers on factual amendments made to published articles.
Category : Politics
Zelenskyy names two commanders for Donetsk fortress belt
Zelenskyy appointed Andrii Biletskyi and Denys Prokopenko to lead defences of Donetsk's 'fortress belt' cities amid Russian pressure on Kostiantynivka, Kramatorsk and Sloviansk.
Victoria to scrap secret public transport levy
Premier Ben Carroll announces the abolition of a secret 1% levy on Victorian public transport fares, introduced to help fund the Suburban Rail Loop, citing a lack of transparency.
East German frustrations fuel AfD state election gains
The AfD made gains in two eastern German state elections, reflecting deep frustrations among former East Germans about economic and political inequality.
Maresca's bold City gamble pays off but transfer backing needed
Manchester City came from behind to beat Arsenal on the opening day, but Enzo Maresca's bold team selection and the need for midfield reinforcements remain key talking points.
Glasgow asylum seeker 'dumping ground' over housing policy
Official figures show Glasgow houses 3,489 asylum seekers in dispersed accommodation while seven council areas, including the Highlands, house none, sparking 'dumping ground' fears.
Key decisions can ease city's asylum seeker and homelessness crisis
Glasgow's asylum seeker and homeless refugee crisis is an indictment of the entire political class, with poor policy decisions worsening the situation.
Glasgow asylum seeker housing crisis sparks tensions
Glasgow houses over 3,000 asylum seekers while other Scottish councils house none, fueling local tensions and resentment amid the cost of living crisis.
Man Utd: Balde stays at Barca, Zirkzee expects exit
Alejandro Balde has told Barcelona he wants to stay, while Joshua Zirkzee expects to leave Manchester United before the September 1 transfer deadline.
Liverpool's Champions League draw: Pots and ruled-out clashes
Liverpool discover their Champions League league-phase opponents on Thursday. The draw in Monaco at 5pm will rule out five potential clashes, including fixtures against Premier League rivals.
SNP: Scots 'paying the price' for tax allowance freeze
The SNP says millions of workers in Scotland and the UK are paying an extra £700 a year in income tax due to the frozen personal allowance, urging the UK Government to unfreeze it.
PM Burnham visits Wales on first official trip
Andy Burnham makes his first official visit to Wales as PM, meeting workers and apprentices on a UK listening tour to promote good jobs in every community.
Pc Harper killers excluded from early release scheme - reports
Pc Andrew Harper’s killers will be excluded from the early release scheme and remain in prison under new plans, according to reports.
South Lanarkshire names new Provost and Depute Provost
Bert Thomson and Celine Handibode have been confirmed as South Lanarkshire's new Provost and Depute Provost, unanimously agreed by the council on August 26.
Sinn Féin urges NI inclusion in ferry passport rule change
Sinn Féin says new ferry passport rules between Ireland and Britain should also apply to Northern Ireland. The UK Border Force requirement takes effect from September 28.
Lib Dem councillors apologise over Auschwitz comments
Liverpool Lib Dem councillors Richard Kemp and Pat Moloney apologise for comparing Sandhills station to Auschwitz during a planning debate, saying they would never knowingly hurt the Jewish community.
UEFA must keep pressure on Infantino despite boycott backdown
UEFA has lifted its threat to boycott FIFA competitions after assurances over World Cup rights, but must still push for Gianni Infantino's exit, writes Andy Dunn.
NZ voters ditch major parties for Opportunity party
As New Zealand's November election nears, polls show 5-8% of voters plan to back the centrist Opportunity party, cutting into Labour and National's lowest combined support in 30 years.
Darline Graham wins SC GOP Senate nomination
South Carolina voters chose Darline Graham as the Republican nominee for US Senate, the seat held by her late brother Lindsey, overcoming experience concerns.
US Halts All Immigrant Visa Applications Amid Restrictions
The Trump administration has paused all US immigrant visa applications, a state department official confirmed, as part of a broader crackdown on lawful and undocumented immigration.
Ukraine gets small batch of Patriots as Zelenskyy pleads for more
Ukraine has received a small number of US-made Patriot interceptors, President Zelenskyy said, without revealing quantity or supplier, as he continues to plead for more air defence missiles.
PM must end secret billionaire dinners, says Geoffrey Watson
Geoffrey Watson agrees with Anthony Albanese on restoring faith in the system, urging an end to private dinners with billionaires and public disclosure of any payments.
Antisemitism royal commission ends hearings, delays report
Commissioner Virginia Bell will delay her final report by four days to avoid distracting from Bondi terror attack commemorations, as hearings conclude.
Hormuz's strategic value erodes as Iran faces new sanctions
The strait of Hormuz's strategic value is set to halve within three years due to alternative pipelines, leaving Iran vulnerable to US sanctions, analysts say.
Rutland faces identity crisis as council merger looms in 2028
Rutland, England's smallest county, is set to merge with Leicestershire in 2028, sparking a campaign to preserve its ceremonial status and unique identity.
Fenech tells jury he was framed for Caruana Galizia murder
Yorgen Fenech, on trial for the murder of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia, testified for the first time, claiming he was framed by police and that Keith Schembri, Malta's then PM's chief of staff, was the instigator.
Poland's Compassion for Ukrainians Turns to Contempt
Polish attitudes toward Ukrainian refugees have soured dramatically, with 52% now opposing their acceptance, as historical disputes and Russian misinformation strain relations.
Alaska Ballot to Feature Two Dan Sullivans in Senate Race
Alaska election officials confirmed Republican Senator Dan S Sullivan will share the November ballot with a same-party challenger, Dan J Sullivan, a retired teacher.
Global Public Backs Cooperation Over Nationalism, Survey Finds
A 36,000-person survey across 34 countries shows 55% support international cooperation despite national interest compromises, with 80% backing a global system for peace and dignity.
Canada sovereignty fight unites nation against US tariffs
Canada's trade dispute with the US has become a sovereignty battle, uniting Canadians behind PM Mark Carney as he walks away from talks and prepares retaliatory tariffs.
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