Sky News face Ofcom investigation over Nigel Farage claims

WorldPolitics
21 Aug 2026 • 11:20 PM MYT
The Independent
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Sky News face Ofcom investigation over Nigel Farage claims

  • Ofcom has launched a formal investigation into Sky News following a complaint made by Reform UK on behalf of Nigel Farage.
  • The media watchdog will examine claims of unfair treatment and unwarranted infringement of Mr Farage's privacy.
  • Mr Farage accused the broadcaster of harassing his family after reporters approached a property linked to him amid questions over his financial affairs.
  • Reform UK alleged in its complaint that the Sky News report portrayed Mr Farage unfairly and omitted critical context.
  • Sky News defended its actions as routine journalism regarding a matter of public interest and denied hounding or interacting with Mr Farage's daughter.

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