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Reform UK secures a record-breaking donation of 9 million pounds from Christopher Harborne, marking the largest living-person political contribution in UK history.
Harborne is based in Thailand, chairs Sherriff Global Group, and has a long-standing pattern of funding Reform dating back to its Brexit Party days.
Electoral Commission data show Reform UK approaching 11 million pounds in 2025 donations for the quarter, signaling strong fundraising ahead of local and assembly elections.
Despite donor discussions about cooperation, both Reform UK and the Conservatives deny any electoral pact.
The donation underscores Reform UK's growing fundraising power as UK voters prepare for local and assembly elections.
Harborne's history includes substantial Conservative donations, totaling around 2 million pounds from 2001 to 2022, illustrating deep political engagement.
Reform UK's leadership is publicly separate from its donor network, but questions linger about potential party alignment with the Conservatives.
The Times coverage corroborates the 9 million pounds donation by Christopher Harborne to Reform UK, aligning with Sky News reporting.
Sky News notes Reform UK's fundraising standing amid a competitive landscape where other parties also raise substantial funds.
The donation is described as the largest living-person political donation on record, highlighting a new milestone in UK political financing.

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Reform UK received a £9 million donation from Christopher Harborne, a noted crypto and defence investor.
Harborne previously funded more than £10m to Farage’s Brexit party in 2019.
The donation was revealed in Electoral Commission data showing Reform’s overall funding surpassed £10m.
The Guardian notes Reform UK became the first party to accept crypto donations, though the £9m was cash.
Harborne has a background as a private investor and previously donated to Boris Johnson’s office.
Harborne’s business interests include Qinetiq and AML Global, linked to defence and aviation fuel.
Ministers are weighing a ban on crypto donations due to provenance concerns.
Electoral Commission data highlights broader party funding dynamics in the period.
Farage’s Reform UK gained a substantial financial boost ahead of its autumn conference.
The Guardian reports the donation adds to Reform UK’s fundraising success in 2025.

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