Sorry "Newswatcher" that’s the sort of mistake the British press would make!
I would not attempt to spin the story at all I will leave that sort of thing to politicians and the press!
The press complaints commission is great but by the time they get involved the damage is often done. I have complained in the past and like you I have been met with some success but once again by then the damage is done.
What a shame those with the power of the pen don't check facts and show a little integrity in the first place.
Perhaps it would be better to take this discussion to another forum.