Healey asks Farage if any of £5m gift may have come from Russia-linked profits
John Healey has requested Nigel Farage to clarify the origins of a £5m gift he received from billionaire Christopher Harborne. Healey's letter raises concerns about potential links to Russian profits and compliance with sanctions. Farage argues that the gift was unconditional and does not require disclosure, but faces a formal investigation regarding this matter.
- ▪John Healey has urged Nigel Farage to provide transparency about a £5m gift from billionaire Christopher Harborne.
- ▪Healey's letter questions whether any of the funds are linked to Russian state profits and compliance with sanctions.
- ▪Farage claims the gift was unconditional and did not need to be declared, but is under investigation for potential misconduct.
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Nigel Farage has argued that he did not need to declare the £5m because it was an unconditional gift. Photograph: Toby Melville/PAView image in fullscreenNigel Farage has argued that he did not need to declare the £5m because it was an unconditional gift. Photograph: Toby Melville/PANigel FarageHealey asks Farage if any of £5m gift may have come from Russia-linked profitsDefence secretary also asks if billionaire’s company may have benefited from Iran war, which Reform leader initially supported UK politics live – latest updates Business live – latest updates Peter Walker Senior political correspondentFri 22 May 2026 06.00 EDTLast modified on Fri 22 May 2026 06.07 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleThe defence secretary, John Healey, has urged Nigel Farage to provide transparency about…
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