If you have a story idea, insider information, or a document that sheds light on Swedish politics, economy, or society, we want to hear from you. This page explains how to share tips with Medienconnect safely and effectively, what we look for, and what you can expect after you get in touch.
What makes a good tip for Medienconnect?
A strong tip is one that reveals a genuine public-interest story with Swedish relevance, whether it affects people in Stockholm, Malmö, or the international community following Swedish affairs. We are particularly interested in policy developments in the Riksdag and government (regeringen), municipal politics (kommunpolitik), Wirtschaft news, and broader economic trends that affect households and businesses.
We also welcome tips about culture, social change, and societal issues that deserve deeper investigation. A good tip often includes documents, internal correspondence, or firsthand accounts that can be independently verified. If your tip touches on corruption, misuse of public funds, or systemic failures in public institutions, it aligns directly with our editorial mission of trustworthy, no-spin journalism. We do not chase celebrity gossip or manufactured controversies; we focus on substance that helps readers understand complex issues.
How do I send you a tip?
You can reach our editorial team directly through dedicated email addresses: tips@medienconnect.de for story ideas and documents, newsdesk@medienconnect.de for urgent or time-sensitive information, and press@medienconnect.de for press releases and media inquiries. All three inboxes are read by our newsroom editors.
For maximum security, we recommend using an encrypted email service and including your preferred method of follow-up. If you need to share large files or sensitive material, contact us first and we can arrange a secure upload. You can also use the general contact form at /about-us/contact/ if you prefer not to email directly. Please note that general enquiries about advertising or subscriptions should go to the relevant function emails listed on our contact page.
What should I include in my tip?
To help us assess and act on your tip quickly, include as much context as possible: a clear summary of the story, the key people or institutions involved, and any supporting material such as documents, screenshots, or recordings. If you are providing data, tell us its source and how you obtained it.
It also helps to explain why you think this story matters for the public. For example, does it affect a specific community, reveal a policy gap, or have financial implications for taxpayers? You do not need to write a perfect article – our editorial team, led by Chefredaktör Alexander Seidel and Redaktionschef Laura Busch, will handle the journalism. But the more detail you provide, the faster we can verify and pursue the story.
How do we verify your tip?
Every tip goes through our standards desk, which is led by Julia Franke, Ansvarig för faktagranskning (fact‑checking editor). Julia and her team cross‑reference your information against official records, public databases, and independent sources before any story is drafted. We follow the processes outlined in our fact‑checking policy and our sources and standards page.
We will never publish anything based solely on an anonymous tip without corroboration. Our reporters may contact you for additional evidence or clarification. If your tip turns out to be inaccurate or unverifiable, we will not proceed. We also check for potential conflicts of interest – for instance, if a tip is part of a campaign against a competitor or political opponent. Our editorial judgement remains independent and impartial.
Will my identity be kept confidential?
Yes, we treat all sources with respect and protect confidentiality to the fullest extent permitted by law. You can choose to remain anonymous, and we will not share your identity or contact details with anyone outside our editorial team without your explicit permission. If you wish to use a pseudonym or a secure drop, please let us know when you first get in touch.
We also abide by the Swedish constitution’s protection of whistleblowers and journalism sources. If you are concerned about digital security, we advise using Tor or a VPN and a dedicated email account. Our team is experienced in handling sensitive material and will work with you to minimise risk. For more details on our approach, see our editorial policy.
What happens after I submit a tip?
Once your tip arrives, a member of the newsroom – usually from the relevant beat (politics, economy, culture, or society) – will acknowledge receipt within two working days. If the tip is promising, the editor may assign a reporter to evaluate it further. This evaluation can take from a few days to several weeks, depending on complexity.
If we decide to publish a story based on your tip, we will contact you before publication to review any quotes or attributed information. If we decide not to proceed, we will let you know the reason, unless doing so would compromise another investigation. You are always welcome to follow up on the status of your tip by emailing the same address you initially used. If you later discover a mistake in a published article, please send a correction request to corrections@medienconnect.de; our correction process is detailed in the corrections policy.
How this works in practice
Imagine an employee at a Swedish municipal housing company notices that bidding procedures for renovation contracts have been repeatedly awarded to the same contractor without competitive tenders. That employee emails a few internal memos and bid records to tips@medienconnect.de with a short note explaining the pattern. Sandra Schmitt, our Wirtschaftreporter, receives the tip, contacts the source to confirm the documents’ authenticity, and checks public procurement records. Julia Franke’s fact‑checking team verifies the timeline and cross‑references with other municipal audit reports. Within a week, the story is published – with the employee’s identity protected – prompting an official review by the municipality’s audit committee.
In short
If you have information that serves the public interest and aligns with our mission of clear, trustworthy Swedish journalism, please share it. We handle every tip with care, verify it thoroughly, and protect your identity. Your contribution can make a real difference in holding power to account.