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Reform UK Councillor Investigated for £170 Election Overspend

6/19/2025

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In Devon, Reform UK councillor Neil Stevens is under police investigation for allegedly overspending his election budget by £170. The claims surfaced after his colleague Ed Hill, who was ousted as chairman for misconduct, reported the issue. While Stevens claims he misinterpreted the rules, his election agent defends the legitimacy of all expenses. An internal probe is underway.

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In Devon, Reform UK councillor Neil Stevens is under police investigation for allegedly overspending his election budget by £170. The claims surfaced after his colleague Ed Hill, who was ousted as chairman for misconduct, reported the issue. While Stevens claims he misinterpreted the rules, his election agent defends the legitimacy of all expenses. An internal probe is underway.