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Labour has asked the Electoral Commission to investigate allegations that Reform UK leader Nigel Farage failed to declare financial support connected with his political activities. The claims concern benefits reportedly provided by businessman George Cottrell, including security, staffing and accommodation.
Farage and Reform UK deny wrongdoing and have argued that the support was personal or provided before he became an MP. The party has described the allegations as politically motivated, while Farage has said he complied with the applicable declaration rules.
The request adds to scrutiny already facing Farage over political gifts and donations. Any investigation would need to determine whether the reported support fell within electoral law or parliamentary disclosure requirements and whether it should have been formally recorded.