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Funding scandal rocks Farage's party: investigation and resignations

An investigation has revealed alleged illegal funding to Nigel Farage's Reform UK party, with two officials resigning and Scotland Yard investigating.

4 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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An investigation conducted by Channel 4 News and Verbatim Investigations has uncovered alleged irregularities concerning funding for the Reform UK party, led by Nigel Farage. In the released videos, Farage and his associates were filmed discussing an overseas donation offer worth £500,000, deemed illegal under British laws.

In response to the accusations, Farage has denied any wrongdoing. He characterized the situation as a setup, according to Reform UK. However, police investigations are currently ongoing.

Following the revelations, two party officials have resigned. These resignations have raised further concerns within a party already engulfed in scandal and an ongoing inquiry.

Scotland Yard has confirmed that it is investigating the alleged illegal funding. The situation remains tense and is evolving as Farage's party faces the consequences of the emerging allegations.

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