Nigel Farage accepted staffing and housing from George Cottrell, while Christopher Harborne made an undisclosed £5 million gift, leading to a referral to the standards commissioner.
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Updated Jul 21
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What happened
Nigel Farage accepted staffing and housing from George Cottrell, while Christopher Harborne made an undisclosed £5 million gift, leading to a referral to the standards commissioner.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Helen Maguire criticized Nigel Farage's political stunt, while the gift from Christopher Harborne remained under investigation.Sub-event
Local councillor resignations linked to investigation into Harborne's £5m gift.1 source
- The Labour Party referred the case concerning gifts from George Cottrell to the Electoral Commission, following an investigation into the matter.Sub-event
- Nigel Farage received undeclared funding and benefits from George Cottrell, while also accepting a £5m gift from Christopher Harborne, all while operating near Buckingham Palace.Sub-event
Farage benefits from Cottrell; Harborne gives £5m gift; Greenberg referred to commissioner.1 source
The Electoral Commission urged an investigation into Cottrell's financial support for Farage's security and staffing.1 source
Farage faces parliamentary action and a standards inquiry following a report by Joe Powell.1 source
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The entities involved
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Nigel Farage
British right-wing politician (born 1964)
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Christopher Harborne
British businessman and technology investor based in Thailand
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George Cottrell
British former politician, financier, and convicted felon
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