Police investigating Reform donations - reports
The Metropolitan Police are investigating £500,000 in donations made to the Reform UK party by Fiona Cottrell. The inquiry focuses on whether the funds were derived from an impermissible source or involved false information.
Why it matters
This investigation raises significant questions about political campaign finance transparency and the enforcement of election laws in the UK.
Image source, Getty Images By Jack Fenwick Political correspondent Published 10 July 2026, 07:30 BST Updated 6 hours ago The police are reportedly investigating at least £500,000-worth of donations made to Reform UK by the mother of a convicted fraudster who paid for Nigel Farage's social media staff and security.
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