Ministers propose £100,000 donations cap on voters moving to UK
The UK government has proposed a £100,000 annual cap on political donations from individuals moving to the UK for their first year of residency. The move aims to curb foreign influence in elections and could impact major donors to the Reform UK party.
Why it matters
This policy shift reflects ongoing debates regarding campaign finance transparency and the influence of wealthy overseas donors on domestic politics.
Image source, PA Media By Richard Wheeler Political reporter Published 6 July 2026, 01:51 BST Overseas voters moving to the UK would be prevented from giving more than £100,000 in political donations for a year after their arrival, under new proposals.
The article presents the government's proposal alongside the potential impact on specific political parties in a balanced manner.
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