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Farage Probed Over £5 m Undeclared Crypto Donation, Book Reveals

7/20/2026

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George Cottrell co-wrote a book describing cryptocurrency money-laundering methods and naming donors linked to Nigel Farage.
Nigel Farage, MP for Clacton, faces a parliamentary probe over an undeclared £5 million crypto donation and high external earnings.
In June 2026 Nigel Farage earned £270,000 for a four-hour gold bullion promotion, about £22,500 per hour.
Critics say Nigel Farage’s reliance on crypto billionaire donors Ben Delo and Christopher Harborne threatens accountability.

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Story summary

George Cottrell co-wrote a book describing cryptocurrency money-laundering methods and naming donors linked to Nigel Farage.
Nigel Farage, MP for Clacton, faces a parliamentary probe over an undeclared £5 million crypto donation and high external earnings.
In June 2026 Nigel Farage earned £270,000 for a four-hour gold bullion promotion, about £22,500 per hour.
Critics say Nigel Farage’s reliance on crypto billionaire donors Ben Delo and Christopher Harborne threatens accountability.