The Gambling Commission has charged 15 individuals, including former Tory MP Craig Williams, over illegal bets concerning the timing of the 2024 general election. This revelation follows a broader scandal connected to Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's unexpected move to arrange an early national ballot, which overshadowed the Conservative Party's campaign last summer. Even though the Metropolitan Police concluded its investigation last August without any findings of misconduct in public office, the recent charges highlight ongoing concerns about electoral integrity and the potential implications for the Conservative Party.
The recent announcement by the Gambling Commission reveals charges against 15 individuals, including former Tory MP Craig Williams, related to illegal betting on the 2024 election.
This scandal, involving alleged bets on Rishi Sunak's decision to call an early general election, has already threatened to damage the Conservative Party's campaign.
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