How to read the evidence

Evidence should clarify the position, not replace the purpose.

Use this guide when examining a particular claim or finding. For an overview of observation and review, start with How FASO works.

Reading an evidence record

Follow a claim back to the record supporting it.

These are the details a reader or authorised reviewer should be able to establish. Access to protected source material follows the organisation’s permissions and safeguards.

The claim and its stated scope
The source and date of the observations
Conditions that affect interpretation
Supporting records and how authorised reviewers may examine them
Reasoning, uncertainties and alternative explanations
Review history and any published corrections

Responsibilities for evidence

Understand the organisation’s duty to protect and explain the record.

The public-interest route explains how FASO proposes to manage permissions, confidentiality, independent review, publication and corrections.

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