Farage urged to ‘come clean’ over alleged election spending breaches in Clacton

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by Kevin RawlinsonDecember 8, 2025 at 09:10 AM

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Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, is facing scrutiny over alleged election spending breaches during his recent campaign in Clacton. A former aide, Richard Everett, has submitted documents to Scotland Yard claiming the party exceeded the legal spending limit of £20,660 by failing to declare expenses related to leaflets, banners, utilities, and office refurbishment. Reform UK denies the allegations, dismissing Everett as a disgruntled former councillor. Both Labour and Conservative parties are calling for Farage to address the claims and for the police and Electoral Commission to investigate. These allegations come as Farage is also under pressure to address accusations of racism during his time at Dulwich College.

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Key Player Opposition Context

Clacton ×270% Reform UK ×380% Nigel Farage ×790%

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election spending 90% nigel farage 80% reform uk 70% clacton 70% spending rules 60% alleged breaches 60% scotland yard 50% election expenses 50% racism allegations 40% parliamentary democracy 40%