Standards watchdog investigates Reform UK's Tice as party finance scrutiny widens

A standards watchdog is investigating Reform UK deputy leader Richard Tice as scrutiny of party finances widens. The Guardian revealed a secret £1m donation via a Tice-run vehicle and a secret £5m gift to Farage before the 2024 election. Labour says Reform returned nearly £200,000 in illegal or noncompliant donations. Both Tice and Farage have sued the National Crime Agency.