Sky News

London, United Kingdom

Sky News is a British news service that provides breaking news, live updates, and in-depth coverage on politics, business, global events, and more. Known for its around-the-clock reporting, it offers comprehensive news content across television, online platforms, and social media.

CCI Score

18.41

-0.01% April 18

Latest Event

Coverage Highlights Public Support for Capping Political Donations

Sky News published an article outlining a poll that indicates a majority of the British public – including significant portions of Reform UK, Labour, and Lib Dem voters – supports placing a cap on political donations. The report highlights concerns over the influence of large donors, such as the potential involvement of figures like Elon Musk, and underscores debates about foreign contributions and corporate influence in British politics.

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SABOTEUR

Sky News is currently rated as a Saboteur.

+10 to +24 CCI Score

Companies in this bracket take more subtle actions to undermine authoritarian practices. They might implement internal policies or support reforms that quietly weaken oppressive systems, contributing to change in less overt ways.

Latest Events

JAN

30

2025

Coverage Highlights Public Support for Capping Political Donations
64.06

Sky News published an article outlining a poll that indicates a majority of the British public – including significant portions of Reform UK, Labour, and Lib Dem voters – supports placing a cap on political donations. The report highlights concerns over the influence of large donors, such as the potential involvement of figures like Elon Musk, and underscores debates about foreign contributions and corporate influence in British politics.
+70

Public and Political Behavior

March 23

The article demonstrates responsible public and political behavior by informing citizens about the dangers of unregulated political donations. Through balanced reporting, Sky News brings attention to the call for capping political donations, which can help limit undue influence from wealthy or foreign actors. This coverage contributes positively by fostering a well-informed public discourse and potentially curbing authoritarian influences.

Majority of public support cap on political donations, including half of Reform voters, poll finds
+60

Media Influence and Propaganda

March 23

By reporting on this pivotal poll and contextualizing issues around political donations and corporate influence, Sky News exercises its media role in shaping public discourse. The coverage emphasizes transparency and accountability in political funding, providing a check against the concentration of power that could support authoritarian practices. This reflects a commitment to balanced media influence, ensuring the public is aware of potential abuses in political finance.

Majority of public support cap on political donations, including half of Reform voters, poll finds
OCT

06

2024

Sky News Staff Threaten Unionisation Amid Backlash Over Pay and Hours
-66.37

Sky News employees are pushing to unionise as a reaction to poor working conditions, inadequate pay, and increasing workload. The broadcaster's refusal to recognise the National Union of Journalists and reliance on an internal forum to address grievances have intensified concerns over its labor practices.
-70

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 23

Sky News is facing serious labor issues as its staff report unsustainable working conditions, inadequate pay, and an over-reliance on internal forums instead of recognizing formal union representation. These practices hinder proper labor rights and contribute to systemic worker exploitation, making the company complicit in labor practices that can indirectly support authoritarian power structures by undermining workers' rights.

Sky News staff threaten to unionise amid backlash over pay and hours
JAN

01

2022

Sky's Human Rights and Modern Slavery Update 2022
57.53

Sky News released an extensive update outlining their comprehensive efforts to tackle modern slavery, improve labor relations, and enforce ethical supply chain practices across their operations. The update details audit processes, training initiatives, due diligence in identifying and mitigating forced labor risks, and collaborative efforts with external partners, demonstrating a commitment to human rights and anti-exploitative practices.
+80

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 23

Sky has implemented robust measures regarding labor relations and human rights practices. The company’s detailed approach, including comprehensive audits, enhanced supplier codes, and extensive employee training on modern slavery risks, indicates a strong commitment to protecting worker rights and mitigating exploitation, aligning with anti-authoritarian and ethical labor standards.

Sky's Human Rights and Modern Slavery Update 2022
+80

Supply Chain Ethics

March 23

The update outlines strong supply chain ethics through rigorous due diligence, supplier audits, and sustainability programs. Sky has set clear guidelines to prevent forced labor and modern slavery risks in its global supply chain, indicating a proactive stance in upholding ethical sourcing practices that resist authoritarian exploitation.

Sky's Human Rights and Modern Slavery Update 2022