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The Guardian Politics5 Jul 2026

What are the latest allegations about Nigel Farage’s funding?

Reform UK leader received financial support from a convicted fraudster for staffing, security and housing Nigel Farage did not declare gifts from crypto entrepreneur convicted of fraud As Nigel Farage awaits the findings of a standards watchdog investigation into a £5m gift he received from the British-Thai crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne, fresh allegations about his finances have emerged. Here we take a look at the latest claims made about Farage and his funds. Continue reading...

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BBC Politics5 Jul 2026

'Posh George': Who is aristocrat and convicted criminal at heart of Farage controversy?

The 32-year-old reported crypto entrepreneur, once convicted of fraud in the US, is a long-time Farage ally.

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The Guardian Politics5 Jul 2026

It must be bad for Nige and his finances if it’s Honest Bob Jenrick to the rescue | John Crace

‘Nothing to see here,’ says the man who once overruled council planners in favour of Richard ‘Dirty’ Desmond How unlucky can one man get? You have to feel for Nigel Farage. Why does it keep happening to him? There he is, just minding his own business, trying to make a decent living – those five houses won’t pay for themselves, which is why other people may have done – and yet there’s always someone trying to drag a good man down. Isn’t the “Man of the People (TM)” entitled to have a few multi-mi

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The Guardian Politics5 Jul 2026

Iran seeks to tighten control over strait of Hormuz alongside Khamenei funeral

IRGC warnings force ships to turn back as Tehran uses passages from Qur’an to send messages to Gulf delegations The diplomatic and military contest for control of the strait of Hormuz has intensified alongside the dramatic scenes of mourning for the death of Iran’s supreme leader Ali Khamenei, with some claiming Khamenei’s legacy ultimately depends on Tehran’s grip on the waterway, and so the global economy. Over the past 48 hours, as crowds have swirled in Tehran, the Islamic Revolutionary Guar

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The Guardian Politics5 Jul 2026

Trump’s $2bn bonanza heralds the rise of political grifters across the west

With voters embracing leaders who brazenly monetise public office, experts say an ethical code is breaking down Donald Trump came to office in 2017 after decades of bankruptcies and business failures. Yes, he was rich, but his latest financial disclosure, published this week, suggests he will depart billions richer. In the first year of his second term, he made more than $2bn from Trump hotels, Trump golf courses, Trump cryptocurrency, Trump watches, Trump cologne, Trump Bibles and more. Contin

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Express Politics5 Jul 2026

Nigel Farage pal issues 4-word verdict when asked if Reform UK leader will quit

Nigel Farage is under pressure to answer questions regarding donations made by Christopher Harborneand a relationship with convicted fraudster George Cottrell

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BBC Politics5 Jul 2026

Polanski says he will pay any council tax owed linked to houseboat

The Green Party leader told the BBC he is waiting for a decision from Waltham Forest Council.

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BBC Politics5 Jul 2026

Polanski says he will pay any council tax owed linked to houseboat

The Green Party leader told the BBC he is waiting for a decision from Waltham Forest Council.

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BBC Politics5 Jul 2026

Police probe Yes Scotland campaign's 'missing £1.5m' claim

It is claimed funds raised for the group which campaigned for independence in the 2014 referendum are "unaccounted for".

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BBC Politics5 Jul 2026

Police inquiry into Yes Scotland campaign's 'missing £1.5m' claim

It is claimed funds raised for the group which campaigned for independence in the 2014 referendum are "unaccounted for".

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Express Politics5 Jul 2026

Labour education secretary accused of 'fabricating poverty claims' by old neighbour

A former neighbour of Labour's Bridget Phillipson claims the MP 'exaggerated' her claims of a poverty-stricken upbringing.

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Express Politics5 Jul 2026

Tony Blair issues warning to Andy Burnham over hiking capital gains tax

'Terrible policy' would 'send entirely the wrong signal' to entrepreneurs, says former PM's think tank

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