"Reform UK gained more than 1,400 councillors across England in this week's local elections, came second in the Welsh parliament elections and joint second with Labour in Scotland. Farage hailed the results a historic shift in British politics. Labour has accused Nigel Farage of attempting to dodge scrutiny as the Reform leader continued to face questions over the 5m gift he received from a crypto billionaire shortly before the last general election."
Labour accused Nigel Farage of avoiding scrutiny over a £5m gift from crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne received shortly before the 2024 general election. Reform deputy leader Richard Tice said the gift was an irrelevant personal matter, complied with all rules, and did not require declaration. Labour chair Anna Turley said serious questions remained about the money and argued Farage and Reform believe there is one rule for them and another for everyone else. She also linked the timing of the gift to Farage’s announcement of a crypto tax cut policy that could benefit the donor. Reform reported major local and devolved election gains, while the Electoral Commission is expected to decide whether to investigate and potentially fine Farage.
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