Scottish Conservative peer defects to Reform UK

Nigel Farage, leader of the Reform UK party, met with Jordan Bardella, president of France's National Rally, in London, where Bardella expressed confidence that Farage could become the next British Prime Minister. This meeting highlights the growing connections between far-right political movements in Europe.

Ian Cooper, the former leader of Staffordshire County Council and a member of Reform UK, has resigned following a social media investigation that revealed racist remarks he allegedly made online. His membership in the party was previously revoked due to these allegations, which included derogatory comments about public figures such as Sadiq Khan and David Lammy.

The Reform UK campaign led by Nigel Farage for the Clacton seat has been described as a 'juggernaut' by defeated Tory and Labour candidates, who are now facing police scrutiny over allegations of overspending during the election. Essex police are assessing claims of misreported election expenses following a referral from the Metropolitan police, which adds a layer of controversy to Farage's victory in the last general election.

Police are investigating allegations that Reform UK breached electoral law during Nigel Farage's campaign for the Clacton MP seat in the last general election. The party is accused of falsely reporting election expenses, a claim made by a former aide, which has prompted calls from political opponents for transparency from Farage and his leadership team.

Keir Starmer hosted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in London to discuss potential peace plans amid ongoing tensions in Ukraine. The meeting highlighted the importance of international collaboration in addressing the conflict and the role of the UK in supporting Ukraine's sovereignty.

Reform UK has denied allegations that its leader, Nigel Farage, broke electoral law, asserting that the claims are unfounded. This denial comes amid ongoing scrutiny of Farage's past and current political actions, particularly regarding accusations of racism and links to controversial figures.

Three British Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) associated with Nigel Farage's political bloc are alleged to have followed a script provided by Nathan Gill, who is currently imprisoned for accepting bribes from Oleg Voloshyn, an alleged Russian asset. This revelation comes as part of an ongoing police investigation into the influence of foreign interests on UK politics.