Craig Williams and 14 others are accused of cheating by betting on the timing of last year's general election. Twelve defendants indicated not guilty pleas, with trials set for September 2027 and January 2028. Charges against Williams include cheating at gambling and aiding others in cheating, arising from Operation Scott, which investigated betting by Conservative party members using insider information. If convicted, the defendants could face prison sentences of up to two years.
Craig Williams, along with 14 defendants, is facing charges of cheating at gambling related to bets on the last general election date, awaiting trials in 2027 and 2028.
The charges stem from Operation Scott, which investigated allegations of gambling by Conservative party politicians and employees, particularly related to insider information.
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