Conservative MP Faces Election Betting Scandal

A scandal has erupted involving multiple Conservative politicians in the UK, accused of placing wagers on election outcomes. Notably, Sir Philip Davies allegedly placed an £8,000 bet against himself winning his Shipley seat, which he dismissed as a personal matter and denied any illegal actions. The Gambling Commission is investigating at least five Conservative members, with the Met Police assessing whether any misconduct extends beyond gambling offenses. Labour's leader, Sir Keir Starmer, criticized Prime Minister Rishi Sunak for delaying action against implicated candidates, contrasting it with his swift suspension of Labour's Kevin Craig for similar betting. The controversy has drawn scrutiny on both Conservative and Labour candidates ahead of the July 4 election.