The Labour Party referred the case concerning gifts from George Cottrell to the Electoral Commission, following an investigation into the matter.
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What happened
The Labour Party referred the case concerning gifts from George Cottrell to the Electoral Commission, following an investigation into the matter.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Cottrell's lawyers state he lives in Montenegro, and his mother once dated King Charles.1 source
The investigation into gifts from Cottrell to Farage has been formally referred to the Electoral Commission.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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George Cottrell
British former politician, financier, and convicted felon
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Christopher Harborne
British businessman and technology investor based in Thailand
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