Reform’s £72m crypto donations could be illegal under Labour’s new rules, Rayner suggests
- Posted on September 13, 2026
- By The Independent
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Angela Rayner, Labour's housing secretary, has raised serious questions about the legality of substantial cryptocurrency donations received by Nigel Farage's Reform party. Two consecutive £36 million donations triggered concerns regarding compliance with the party's new financial regulations. The controversy highlights ongoing debates about cryptocurrency's role in political funding and regulatory oversight. Rayner's comments suggest potential legal vulnerabilities for the party under Labour's stricter donation transparency requirements and anti-corruption measures.
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