Remember the last Tory government massively increased election spending limits.
Back then, the thinking was the Conservatives could exploit that. In practice, they struggled to raise the maximum cash - and now Reform is best placed to outspend the others come election time.
Michael Savage
Some quick thoughts on Q1 2026 donations data from @electoralcommission.org.uk 🧵
HEADLINE STATS
Total: £20.7m (excl. public funds)
Biggest recipient: Reform £9.3m
Biggest donor: Ben Delo £4m to Reform
Donors giving £1m+: £9.2m (44%) from 3 donors
Donors giving £250k+: £12.7m (61%) from 14 donors
