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Metropolitan Police open criminal probe into Reform UK's foreign donation claims
The Metropolitan Police have launched a criminal investigation into Reform UK over alleged illegal foreign funding.
Police are examining accusations that Reform UK received donations that may breach foreign-funding rules. The inquiry follows one outlet's report raising the issue. Investigators are reviewing the party’s financial records as the case develops.
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Why it matters
Potential illegal foreign funding could undermine political transparency and trust in the UK.
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