Editorial policy

Rising Stadium Stories aims to make its accounts of stadium culture accurate, clear and independent. We explain what we know, distinguish fact from interpretation and make corrections when an error is identified.

Accuracy and context

Editors check factual details against suitable sources and consider whether a claim needs qualification. We avoid presenting one venue, tradition or visitor's experience as universal. Where context is uncertain or accounts differ, the wording should make that clear rather than imply certainty.

Independence and partnerships

Editorial decisions remain separate from commercial arrangements. Any sponsored or partner material is clearly labelled as such, and a partnership does not guarantee favourable coverage or editorial approval.

Corrections and illustrations

Readers can report a possible error through the Contact page. We review specific, supportable concerns and amend material when appropriate, making the nature of significant corrections clear. Some illustrations may be AI-generated; when used, they are identified so readers can distinguish illustration from documentary imagery.