Nigel Farage has been given a 24-hour ultimatum by Labour chair Anna Turley to report an alleged hacking incident involving his phone to security services. If he fails to do so, the Labour Party will take action on his behalf. The urgency stems from concerns over a suspected cyber intrusion by Russian-linked actors, which Turley emphasized is critical for national interest and security.
Turley’s letter highlights the seriousness of the situation, noting that if the claims are true, it would represent a significant cybercrime and a potential attack on a British political leader. The incident revolves around a £5 million gift from cryptocurrency billionaire Christopher Harborne to Farage, which he initially claimed was for security, then later described as a reward for his Brexit campaigning.
Following revelations about the undeclared funds, Farage reportedly sought forensic analysis of his phone over suspicions of a malware attack. According to sources, this investigation indicated that his phone, email, and bank accounts may have been compromised. Turley has requested clarity on whether Farage has notified the relevant authorities about the hacking.