Nigel Farage's conduct will be investigated over a £5 million gift from a crypto billionaire
The UK Parliamentary Commissioner for Standards will launch an investigation into Reform UK leader Nigel Farage over a £5 million gift he received prior to his election to Parliament.
This was reported by Sky News.
According to journalists, the money was provided to the politician by British crypto-billionaire Christopher Garborn, who resides in Thailand.
The funds were transferred in early 2024—even before Farage officially announced his intention to run for the UK Parliament.
Farage subsequently won the parliamentary election in the Clacton constituency during the general election in July 2024.
British parliamentary rules require candidates to declare income received within 12 months prior to the election.
At the same time, Farage and his party have repeatedly stated that the politician did not violate the law.
According to their version, the funds were specifically a gift, so the money is not considered a political contribution and did not need to be declared.
Farage himself previously explained that the funds received are used to ensure his personal security.
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