UK authorities continue probe into Nigel Farage’s crypto ‘gifts’ after by-election win
Nigel Farage is back under investigation by the UK Parliamentary Commissioner for Standards after winning reelection as MP for Clacton. The probe, paused when he resigned from Parliament, concerns a possible failure to register interests tied to millions in crypto-linked donations and benefits. It includes a $6.7 million donation from crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne and staff/security paid by George Cottrell, a convicted fraudster linked to a crypto casino. UK rules require new MPs to declare current interests and recent benefits within a month of election. If found in breach, Farage could face suspension and another by-election. The case has also intensified calls from Labour lawmakers to make the current ban on crypto donations permanent.
