Writing and editing
The writer decides what they want to say. Editing helps them make it clear, checks that the evidence supports it and makes sure the opposing case gets a fair hearing. We keep the writer's voice, including views other contributors may disagree with.
Research and software
Software helps collect public records, organise research, compare sources and run the daily games. Those tools support the work. The author remains responsible for the argument and the facts in it.
We don't use automation to invent an author or an argument. Factual claims need checkable sources, and inconvenient evidence still belongs in the discussion. When we challenge what someone has said, we explain the problem with it rather than pretend to know their motives.
Reader support
Crossbencher runs around other work, so there is no fixed publishing schedule. Reader donations help pay for the site and the time spent researching and writing. We want to develop original investigations and debates as the project grows. Giving is voluntary, and a donation does not buy a say in what we publish.
Corrections
If we get a fact wrong, we correct it and keep a record of what changed. Send a correction or question to hello@crossbencher.co.uk.