Politics · 19 August 2026

Labour asks Gambling Commission to investigate two firms tied to Reform UK donors

Labour has asked the Gambling Commission to investigate claims that two companies connected to Reform UK allies have operated without a licence. Bridget Phillipson, Labour's chair, wrote to the watchdog about Montenegro-based Tether.bet and UK firm Fispay. The firms' representatives deny providing unlicensed gambling facilities, while a £5m gift to Nigel Farage is also being scrutinised.

By BriefTea Editorial · 19 August 2026 at 3:06

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