EU fraud watchdog considering Nigel Farage investigation

Olaf agency is carrying out an assessment of payments made by Arron Banks

The European Union’s anti-fraud watchdog is considering whether Nigel Farage should be investigated for any illegal activity over lavish payment from Arron Banks, the Guardian has learned.

The agency, which goes by its French acronym, Olaf, revealed it was carrying out an assessment, which could lead to a formal investigation. This “initial assessment … does not mean that the individuals in question are guilty of any wrongdoing”, it said.

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from The Guardian http://bit.ly/2Qnkann