Richard Tice faces tax allegations

A series of financial reports has accused Tice’s business of breaking the law by avoiding tax payments on dividends paid to him and a family trust.

Tice has dismissed the allegations as a politically motivated 'smear' campaign, but senior figures within Reform UK are reportedly concerned about the impact on the party's image.

The controversy comes at a critical time for Nigel Farage’s party, which has been gaining momentum in recent polls.

Opponents have seized on the news, demanding a full investigation by HMRC into Tice’s financial affairs.