Nigel Farage leads Clacton race despite scrutiny over £5 million gift
Nigel Farage is likely to win reelection in Clacton after securing over 45% of the vote. His campaign follows increased scrutiny of a £5 million undeclared gift from crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne, raising questions about his finances and credibility. Farage's departure as an MP has prompted investigations that could further complicate his political future.
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Published 08 Jul 2026, 05:00 UTC · Updated 08 Jul 2026, 13:30 UTC
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