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UK: Senior Conservative official investigated over 'dozens' of election bets
A senior Conservative official is being investigated by the Gambling Commission over allegations that he placed dozens of bets on the timing of the election before its announcement.
Nick Mason, the Conservatives’ chief data officer, has become the fourth person in the party to be named as part of the watchdog’s investigation.
The Conservative Party confirmed that Mr Mason has taken a leave of absence, according to The Sunday Times.
A spokesperson for Mr Mason said that it would not be appropriate to comment on the investigation, but denied any wrongdoing.
https://inews.co.uk/news/senior-conservative-official-investigated-dozens-election-bets-3126933