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News · 14 May 2026

Nigel Farage changes story about £5m gift

Nigel Farage changes story about £5m gift

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Public questions are being raised after Nigel Farage changed his reason for accepting a £5m gift. The Reform UK leader now claims the money, from crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne, was a 'reward' for his Brexit campaigning. He had previously said the cash was for his security, yet he bought a £1.4m house in May 2024.

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