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UK Caps Foreign Political Donations to £100,000 Annually

3/25/2026

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The UK plans to cap foreign donations to British political parties at £100,000 per year from overseas electors.
The plan follows a Philip Rycroft report that aims to reduce foreign influence in politics.
The report also proposes banning cryptocurrency donations, a move supported by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to protect democracy.
The Liberal Democrats urge Reform UK to return anonymous overseas cryptocurrency donations, with amendments expected soon.

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The UK plans to cap foreign donations to British political parties at £100,000 per year from overseas electors.
The plan follows a Philip Rycroft report that aims to reduce foreign influence in politics.
The report also proposes banning cryptocurrency donations, a move supported by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to protect democracy.
The Liberal Democrats urge Reform UK to return anonymous overseas cryptocurrency donations, with amendments expected soon.