Nigel Farage faces conflict‑of‑interest accusations over £5 m crypto gift
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- Category: Business
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-02 00:00 UTC
- Sources: Financial Times
The Financial Times says Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has been accused of a conflict of interest after the party received a £5 million donation from a prominent cryptocurrency investor. Rival parties are using the gift to question Farage’s stance on crypto regulation, while Reform UK argues the funds do not influence policy. The story highlights political tension ahead of upcoming elections.