Election Betting Scandal Expands with Multiple Investigations

Conservative and Labour candidates face probes over alleged betting on election dates, raising questions about gambling rules for politicians.

• Up to 15 Conservative candidates and officials are under investigation by the Gambling Commission.
• Scottish Secretary Alister Jack admitted to placing bets but denied breaching gambling rules.
• Labour candidate Kevin Craig was suspended for betting on a Conservative win in his constituency.
• Two Tory candidates were dropped by the party but will still appear on ballots as independents.
• The scandal has prompted discussions about banning political betting for politicians.

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