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Ex-MP Among 15 Charged in Election Gambling Scandal

6/13/2025

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Fifteen people, including ex-Conservative MP Craig Williams, are in hot water over gambling offenses tied to last year's general election. They reportedly used insider information about the election date to place bets. With twelve defendants set to plead not guilty, a court appearance on July 11 could lead to serious consequences, including up to two years behind bars.

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Fifteen people, including ex-Conservative MP Craig Williams, are in hot water over gambling offenses tied to last year's general election. They reportedly used insider information about the election date to place bets. With twelve defendants set to plead not guilty, a court appearance on July 11 could lead to serious consequences, including up to two years behind bars.