- Reform UK has been reported to the police and the Electoral Commission over allegations it breached political donation rules.
- An undercover investigation revealed that £32,500 from an impermissible US source was used to pay for polling commissioned by the party.
- Foreign companies and individuals are banned from funding political parties or providing donations in kind under UK electoral law.
- Reform UK denied any wrongdoing, insisting it was the victim of a hoax and stating that no money directly reached the party.
- The Metropolitan Police confirmed they are assessing the reports, which come as the party gathers for its annual conference in Birmingham.
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Reform reported to police over claims of funding rules breach in undercover sting