The Metropolitan Police is set to investigate allegations of 'misconduct in public office' linked to a betting scandal surrounding the date of the general election. This move comes after reports surfaced of politicians and aides placing bets on the election timing, with one top Tory allegedly betting £8,000. The investigation, led by Scotland Yard, marks a significant development in the scandal, with the Gambling Commission also involved in probing breaches of the Gambling Act. The police's involvement underscores the seriousness of the allegations and the potential implications for public trust in the political process. The scandal has already sparked a heated debate, adding a layer of controversy to the election landscape.
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Metropolitan Police detectives will lead investigation into ‘small number of cases’ relating to betting scandal
The Metropolitan Police has said it will begin investigating a "small number" of cases relating to the ongoing betting scandal... such as misconduct in public office. "We will provide further information tomorrow." It comes after it was reported on...
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Cops to probe “misconduct in public office” into election betting as scandal deepens
SCOTLAND Yard is poised to take over the investigation from the Gambling Commission into betting by politicians and aides. Separately, The Sun can reveal a top Tory is accused of placing an £8,000
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Election latest: Police to probe potential 'misconduct in public office' in betting scandal - after fiery final TV debate
The Metropolitan Police is taking the lead in a "small number of cases" relating to the scandal around bets on the date of the general election. Last night, Sunak and Starmer traded blows in their final TV debate... misconduct in public office (see...
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