Britain is weighing a ban on crypto political donations as lawmakers raise alarm over traceability and foreign influence.

Reports have disclosed that ministers are discussing a move to bar parties and candidates from accepting gifts in cryptocurrency as part of changes tied to the upcoming Elections Bill.

Who Is Likely To Be Hit?

Reform UK , which has already opened a portal to take bitcoin and other digital tokens, would be directly affected if a ban goes ahead.

Reports show Reform became the first European party to accept crypto donations in late May 2025, and the move has drawn fresh attention to how digital coins can be used in politics.

Campaign finance figures underline the stakes. In recent reporting, the Conservative Party raised £6.3 million in the first half of the year co

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