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Electoral Commission Rules Out Reopening Labour Together Donations Case

The watchdog reviewed leaked material supplied by the Conservatives, finding no evidence of additional offences.

Overview

  • The regulator said its fresh review identified no further potential offences linked to donations handled by Labour Together.
  • Its original 2021 decision stands, including findings of multiple breaches and a £14,250 fine.
  • The earlier investigation covered late reporting of donations with a cumulative value of £739,492 and a failure to appoint a responsible person.
  • Conservative submissions cited a leaked legal email advising that late disclosures be described as an administrative error.
  • Officials confirmed they will not reopen the case, meaning no new probe into Keir Starmer’s chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney.