Nigel Farage
Coverage of Nigel Farage in the Nexus archive.
- Farage is likely to win in Clacton but can his credibility survive? | Peter Walker
Nigel Farage, the Reform leader, faces financial scrutiny after receiving an undeclared £5m gift from a crypto billionaire, leading him to quit as an MP. Despite this, he is likely to retain his Clacton seat with over 45% of the vote in 2024, as other parties avoid contesting the by-election.
- News Wrap: Attempt to collect election worker info rejected
A federal judge rejected the Trump administration's attempt to collect the names and contact information of Fulton County, Georgia, election workers. New York City officials warned of a high-rise at risk of collapsing. Reform UK party leader Nigel Farage announced his resignation from Parliament over questionable donations.
- Europe’s far right faces challenges
Marine Le Pen will run for the French presidency under home confinement, and Nigel Farage resigned from parliament amid financial scrutiny. Both face challenges within their right-wing movements, which have struggled to unify despite polling advantages.
- This self-pitying, evasive and frankly boorish Nigel Farage was a pale shadow of the anti-establishment hero: DAN HODGES
The article criticizes Nigel Farage for displaying self-pitying and evasive behavior, portraying him as a diminished version of his former anti-establishment persona. Author Dan Hodges describes Farage as 'boorish' and a 'pale shadow' of his previous public image.
- Nigel Farage tries to ‘take back control’
Nigel Farage, leader of the Reform party, is resigning as a Member of Parliament. The article explores his reasons for stepping down.
- A quick guide to Nigel Farage’s gamble
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has called a by-election in response to scrutiny of his finances. The by-election is described as a 'gamble' that may 'fall flat'.
- Tories and Labour try to call Nigel Farage’s bluff
The Conservative Party (Tories) and Labour Party are denouncing Reform UK leader Nigel Farage's by-election strategy as a 'gimmick' and have decided not to contest it.
- Far-right Farage resigns from Parliament, forcing special election as scrutiny over finances ramps up
Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, resigns from Parliament to trigger a special election in Clacton, addressing scrutiny over undeclared financial gifts and support. The by-election will test Reform UK's national popularity as Farage denies breaching parliamentary rules and faces investigations into his financial disclosures.
- Nigel Farage to resign from UK Parliament amid crypto “gift” scandal, will stand in by-election
Nigel Farage is resigning from the UK Parliament amid a crypto 'gift' scandal and will stand in a by-election. UK authorities are investigating him following reports of 'gifts' from figures linked to crypto ventures.
- U.K. far-right leader Nigel Farage resigns as lawmaker in risky gamble
Nigel Farage resigned as a British lawmaker amid a financial scandal but plans to contest a snap election to regain his seat.
- Reform UK’s Farage says he’ll quit as lawmaker and seek reelection amid donation allegations
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage announced he will resign his parliamentary seat and seek reelection amid allegations of rule-breaking donations, including a £5 million gift from a Thailand-based cryptocurrency billionaire. He claims the move is to clear his name and challenge what he calls a media and political 'witch hunt', while opponents dismiss it as a 'desperate stunt'.
- Farage to resign as MP, force by-election amid financial scrutiny
Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, is set to resign as an MP, triggering a by-election. The resignation comes amid financial scrutiny.
- Nigel Farage quits as an MP claiming he's been 'vilified' over financial row and vows to stand in by-election to let voters 'be the judge of my actions'
Nigel Farage has resigned as a Member of Parliament, stating he has been 'vilified' over a financial controversy. He plans to contest a by-election to allow voters to assess his actions.
- Badenoch says Farage ‘cracking under pressure’ as he triggers by-election
Conservative Leader Kemi Badenoch accused Nigel Farage of 'cracking under pressure' after he triggered a by-election in Clacton. Badenoch refused to confirm if the Tories would field a candidate, calling the move a 'gimmick' and a waste of taxpayer money.
- Nigel Farage resigns as MP to force by-election he will stand in
Nigel Farage resigns as MP to trigger a by-election, denying wrongdoing despite revelations about his connections to George Cottrell, a convicted felon, and Christopher Harborne, a billionaire linked to a crypto-related business. The Parliamentary Commissioner for Standards is investigating potential rule violations over a £5m gift from Harborne.
- Britain's Farage resigns as MP to stand for re-election amid furore over gift worth millions
Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, announced his resignation as an MP to stand for re-election amid a scandal involving alleged non-disclosure of gifts worth millions of pounds. The public will decide whether he should remain in parliament.
- Nigel Farage quits as an MP claiming he's been 'vilified' over financial row and vows to stand in by-election to let voters 'be the judge of my actions'
Nigel Farage resigned as an MP, citing vilification over a financial dispute, and announced plans to contest a by-election to let voters assess his actions.
- Nigel Farage reveals he’s quitting parliament — but will run again in re-election: ‘I will fight to win’
Nigel Farage announced he is quitting as an MP due to an ongoing probe into his personal finances but stated he will run again in the re-election, vowing to 'fight to win'.
- Reform UK’s Nigel Farage says he’ll quit as a lawmaker and seek re-election to clear name
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage says he will resign from Parliament to seek re-election, denying allegations over financial donations from a Thai-based cryptocurrency billionaire and a crypto-gambling entrepreneur with a U.S. fraud conviction. A parliamentary standards investigation is examining the donations, which Farage claims were personal gifts used for security expenses.
- Reform UK’s Nigel Farage says he’ll quit as a lawmaker and seek re-election to clear name
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage will resign as a lawmaker to trigger a special election, seeking to clear his name amid financial allegations. He faces investigations over a £5 million gift from a Thailand-based cryptocurrency billionaire and donations from George Cottrell, a crypto-gambling entrepreneur with a U.S. fraud conviction. Farage denies any wrongdoing.
- Nigel Farage quits as MP to trigger by-election
Nigel Farage resigned as a UK MP to trigger a by-election amid scrutiny of financial arrangements, including a £5 million donation from crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne and allegations of undeclared gifts from George Cottrell. He defended his actions, claiming compliance with rules and criticizing the political establishment.
- UK: Nigel Farage resigns as MP, to run again in by-election
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has resigned as a member of parliament amid growing scrutiny over undeclared financial support and announced he will run again in a by-election.
- Nigel Farage to make statement on his ‘future in public life’
Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, is set to address his future in public life amid scrutiny over revelations about his relationship with a fraudster. The article highlights the political implications of these revelations.
- Furious Farage clashes with TV crew asking questions about major row over his finances - after Reform leader wins backing of ally Trump
Nigel Farage clashed with a TV crew over questions about a financial dispute. The Reform leader recently received support from ally Donald Trump.
- Labour asks Electoral Commission to investigate claims Farage broke electoral law by not disclosing gifts – UK politics live
Labour has requested the Electoral Commission investigate Nigel Farage for potentially violating electoral law by not disclosing gifts. A £5m donation to Farage from crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne is under scrutiny by parliamentary authorities.
- What really worries Reform about Posh George?
Reform is concerned about new claims regarding Nigel Farage's funding arrangements. The article also discusses potential actions by Andy Burnham's future government, including Treasury reforms and an autumn budget, as well as Burnham's foreign policy vision explored with adviser Jim O’Neill.
- Tuesday briefing: What challenges would Ed Miliband face as chancellor?
The article discusses the challenges Ed Miliband might face as the presumptive next chancellor, referencing his podcast with Geoff Lloyd. It also covers Nigel Farage's association with George Cottrell, Donald Trump's request to review a World Cup red card, a UK custody scandal involving working-class boys, an immigration case, and a British charity funding an Israeli settlement in Hebron.
- Nigel Farage cries ‘witch-hunt’ – but this may be Reform’s Partygate moment
Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, faces media scrutiny over his finances, including questions about support for his lifestyle from George Cottrell and a £5m personal gift from Christopher Harborne. He claims to be a victim of an 'establishment plot' aimed at blocking his path to Downing Street.
- What to know about the cash questions chasing Nigel Farage
Nigel Farage faces scrutiny over two financial donations, including a £5 million gift from crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne and support from George Cottrell, a crypto entrepreneur with a fraud conviction. Investigations by the Parliamentary Commissioner for Standards could lead to sanctions or a by-election in Farage's Clacton constituency.
- UK tightens political donation rules as Farage faces fresh scrutiny over undeclared gifts
The UK government announced stricter political donation rules to curb foreign influence in elections, targeting overseas donors and corporate contributions as Reform UK leader Nigel Farage faces scrutiny over undeclared support from George Cottrell, a cryptocurrency entrepreneur who pleaded guilty to wire fraud in the U.S., and a 5 million-pound gift from donor Christopher Harborne.
- Tories 'gearing up for Clacton by-election' as Nigel Farage faces threat of wider sleaze probe into finances
The Tories are preparing for the Clacton by-election as Nigel Farage faces a potential wider sleaze probe into his finances. The probe threatens to expand beyond the current investigation.
- Reform UK leader Nigel Farage faces questions over donations from a convicted fraudster
Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, faces scrutiny over undeclared financial gifts from George Cottrell, a crypto-gambling entrepreneur previously convicted of fraud. Parliamentary standards commissioner Daniel Greenberg is investigating donations from Cottrell and another donor, Christopher Harborne, while Farage denies wrongdoing.
- UK’s Farage’s gold deal tests his populist brand as Restore Britain rises
Farage's gold deal is testing his populist brand as Restore Britain, a far-right party, gains ground. Scrutiny of his outside earnings challenges his anti-establishment image.
- Farage warned attack against ‘establishment’ over unregistered gifts could lead to harsher punishment – UK politics live
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage claims he is a victim of a 'hit job' as the parliamentary standards commissioner investigates a £5m donation. UK fighter jets intercepted a Russian 'Bear-F' maritime patrol aircraft after it approached the carrier strike group in the Norwegian Sea.
- Nigel Farage accepted gifts from crypto-linked fraudster: Report
Nigel Farage was reportedly given staff, security, and other benefits by George Cottrell, a fraudster linked to a crypto casino. The gifts occurred before Farage became an MP.
- ANDREW PIERCE: As Farage denies breaking financial rules, this is the murky past of the aristocrat associate they call 'Posh George'
The article discusses Nigel Farage denying allegations of financial rule violations and examines the controversial history of an associate referred to as 'Posh George'.
- Ministers to crack down on political donations as Farage faces calls for second inquiry
Ministers will introduce measures to increase transparency in political funding, including restrictions on foreign donations. Nigel Farage faces a potential second investigation into gifts he received from a convicted fraudster before becoming an MP.
- Nigel Farage failed to declare funding from crypto gambling figure convicted of fraud: Sunday Times
Nigel Farage failed to declare funding from a crypto gambling figure convicted of fraud. He is also under a parliamentary standards investigation for an undisclosed £5 million gift from Tether stakeholder Christopher Harborne.
- Nigel Farage denies breaking rules after receiving financial benefits from convicted criminal
Nigel Farage denied breaking rules after receiving financial benefits from a convicted criminal. The article focuses on his denial of regulatory violations related to these financial benefits.
- UK hard-right leader Farage faces new allegations over gifts
UK hard-right leader Nigel Farage faces new allegations over non-disclosure of gifts, following a report that a convicted fraudster paid for his security and staff before he became an MP. An MP has requested an investigation by parliament’s standards commissioner, and Farage is already under scrutiny by the parliamentary anti-sleaze watchdog.