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Political Betting Scandal Engulfs UK General Election

Multiple investigations launched as senior politicians and police officers face scrutiny over alleged insider betting.

  • Five senior Conservatives and one Labour candidate are under investigation for placing bets on the election date.
  • The Gambling Commission and Metropolitan Police are conducting separate probes into potential criminal misconduct.
  • Rishi Sunak's parliamentary private secretary, Craig Williams, admitted to betting on the election date before it was announced.
  • Seven police officers, including one from Sunak’s protection team, are also being investigated for election-related bets.
  • The scandal has intensified scrutiny on election integrity and the use of insider information.
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