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Nigel Farage's Reform UK facing police investigation over 'funding rules breach' after undercover sting

Reform UK and Nigel Farage are facing police scrutiny following an undercover investigation that revealed a US firm allegedly paid £32,500 for party polling, which may breach foreign funding laws. Opposition parties demanded detectives examine the findings, while the Metropolitan Police confirmed they are assessing the allegations under the Political Parties, Elections and Referendums Act 2000. Farage and his party dismissed the sting as an entrapment operation and maintained that no illegal money was taken.

The Standard 2026-09-04 London, United Kingdom
Key Facts / Evidence
  • 01The Metropolitan Police announced they are assessing claims that Reform UK violated electoral law over foreign-funded polling.
  • 02An undercover sting by investigative group Verbatim and Channel 4 News alleged a US firm funded three polls worth £32,500 for the party.
  • 03Labour and the Liberal Democrats demanded formal inquiries as Farage faces ongoing scrutiny over undeclared gifts and donations.

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