First reported by The Independent
Nigel Farage resigns as MP for Clacton – and will fight by-election
Nigel Farage resigns as Clacton MP, triggering by-election he plans to contest
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Nigel Farage, Reform UK leader and MP for Clacton, has resigned from his parliamentary seat, triggering a by-election which he has announced he will contest. The resignation follows reports that he failed to declare financial support from an ally and faced questions over an unregistered £5m gift from a donor. Local residents in Clacton express mixed views — some remain supportive, while others express frustration over the situation.
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The Reform UK leader's statement follows reports he failed to declare financial support from an ally. He has also faced questions over an unregistered £5m gift from a donor.
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