Nathan Gill’s political career has come to a crashing halt as he faces sentencing after pleading guilty to bribery charges at the Old Bailey. The former leader of Reform UK and UKIP in Wales, Gill was found guilty of making pro-Russian statements for money while serving as a member of the European Parliament.
Once a prominent figure in Welsh politics, Gill’s downfall began when he was stopped by police at Manchester Airport in 2021. A subsequent investigation revealed incriminating electronic evidence. Gill had been in contact with Oleg Voloshyn, a Ukrainian politician connected to Russian interests. In exchange for payments, he made statements supportive of Russia, some even making it to Ukrainian media.
As a result of his actions, Gill has been found guilty on eight counts of bribery. He was caught making speeches and arrangements that could have bolstered Russian narratives, betraying the democratic principles he was elected to uphold. His former ally, Nigel Farage, expressed astonishment at Gill’s actions, recalling him as a devout Christian.
Gill’s conviction sends a firm message — the democratic values of the UK will not be compromised. His sentencing marks a significant end to a once-influential political career.
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