Gambling Commission Probes Election Betting by Sunak Aide

Craig Williams, a close aide to Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, is under investigation for placing a bet on the July election date before its official announcement.

• The Gambling Commission has requested information from bookmakers on substantial bets placed on the July election date.
• Craig Williams, Sunak's parliamentary private secretary, placed a £100 bet on the election date before it was publicly announced.
• Williams' actions have sparked internal controversy within the Conservative campaign, with calls for a thorough investigation.
• The inquiry will examine whether Williams had insider information when making the bet, which could constitute a criminal offense.
• Williams has admitted to the bet but denies having insider knowledge, calling it a 'huge error of judgment.'

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