A significant scandal has erupted in the UK as up to 15 Conservative Party candidates and officials are under investigation for allegedly betting on political outcomes, including elections. Labour leader Keir Starmer criticized Prime Minister Rishi Sunak for not acting sooner on the revelations, highlighting a need for a change in the culture of politics. The controversy has sparked a broader debate on the ethics of gambling within political circles, with calls for stricter regulations. Foreign Secretary James Cleverly acknowledged that the scandal has shifted focus away from critical national issues, yet remained non-committal on the need for new gambling rules. The Labour Party has also faced scrutiny for its fundraising practices, admitting a mistake in its approach to raffles.
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