A former Tory candidate who was dropped for betting on the date of the election has vowed to clear his name, as the Labour Party and more police officers also become embroiled in the escalating scandal.
Kevin Craig has apologised for the 'huge mistake' he made in betting against himself to win the seat in Central Suffolk and North Ipswich.The Labour candidate has been suspended from the party pending an investigation.In a statement posted on social media, Mr Craig explained that he has 'enjoyed the odd bet for fun whether on politics or horses' throughout his life.
'While I did not place this bet with any prior knowledge of the outcome, this was a huge mistake, for which I apologise unreservedly. 'I have so much respect for how Keir Starmer has changed the Labour Party and I have been fighting so hard to win this seat and change the country alongside him.
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