- Greater Manchester Police are reviewing a complaint against Reform UK's free energy bills competition, which is alleged to have breached electoral law.
- The complaint centres on whether the competition, which ran until 31 March, constituted “treating” during the local election purdah period, which began on 30 March.
- Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has dismissed the allegations, stating he is “not the least bit worried” and that the party has not broken the law.
- Concerns were also raised that the competition winners, who received a £1,758 cheque, were members and “staunch supporters” of the party.
- The Electoral Commission confirmed that activities designed to incentivise voter behaviour, including treating, could be an offence, with police responsible for determining if a breach occurred.
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