No Charges in Election Betting Scandal Due to Lack of Evidence

The outcome of the much-awaited Met Police Investigation into the UK betting election scandal has ended, with the outcome being that there was insufficient evidence to bring any charges of misconduct in public office against those who placed bets on the date of the General Election of 2025.

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Police, Politicians, and Westminster Insiders Still Under Investigation 

The scandal involved politicians, police officers, and Westminster insiders, who it is alleged used inside information to place bets on the date of the UK general election of 2025. The information was known only to the Prime Minister at that time, Rishi Sunak, and a select few. 

Detective Superintendent Katherine Goodwin of the Metropolitan Police stated, “While our involvement in the criminal investigation now ceases, it’s important that it is not misinterpreted as an all-clear for those whose cases were looked at.” 

A number of people were named during the betting scandal, including Craig Williams MP, the then parliamentary private secretary to Rishi Sunak and the Conservative candidate for Bristol North, Laura Sanders. Welsh politician Russell George and the UK Government’s Chief Date Officer Nick Lee were also named. 

Gambling Commission Continues to Investigate 

The Gambling Commission’s Chief Executive, Andrew Rhodes, confirmed that their investigation is ongoing. “We have interviewed several suspects under caution,” he stated. 

“We are continuing to interview a number of witnesses, who are cooperating with this criminal investigation, as well as gathering further documentary and electronic evidence.” added Rhodes.

The Gambling Commission continues its criminal probe into potential Gambling Act violations, i.e., was confidential information used to gain an unfair advantage when betting on the election date? Under Section 42 of the 2005 Gambling Act. Some of those involved could still face possible imprisonment if found guilty of cheating. 

The CEO of the Gambling Commission, Andrew Rhodes, has said that the matter is not over and that there is still an ongoing investigation. The details of that investigation remain under wraps, with Rhodes stating, “In order to ensure a fair and just outcome, we are unable to comment further at this time, including the name of any person who may be under suspicion or the total number of suspects.”