Met Police probe Reform UK donations
Analysis based on 19 articles · First reported Jul 09, 2026 · Last updated Jul 26, 2026
The investigation adds to scrutiny of United Kingdom — Reform UK's finances, potentially affecting donor confidence and party reputation. However, as a political party not publicly traded, direct market impact is limited.
The United Kingdom — Metropolitan Police are investigating donations to United Kingdom — Reform UK by Britain Means Business, a company controlled by deputy leader Richard Tice. Two donations of £250,000 each were made before the 2024 general election. The money was provided by Fiona Cottrell, mother of convicted fraudster George Cottrell, who has close ties to Nigel Farage. The investigation, launched in February 2025 after a referral from the Electoral Commission, examines alleged offences under Section 61 of the Political Parties, Elections and Referendums Act 2000. Two people have been interviewed under caution. United Kingdom — Reform UK's bank account was frozen around the election. The party denies wrongdoing. Separately, Nigel Farage quit as MP amid questions about a £5 million gift from Christopher Harborne.
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