Ofcom investigating Sky News over Farage harassment claims
Summary
Ofcom, the UK media regulator, is investigating Sky News over claims by Nigel Farage that the broadcaster harassed his family by sending reporters to his adult daughter's home. Sky News denies contacting Farage's daughter and says it was trying to ask Farage questions about a large undeclared financial gift.Key Facts
- Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, accused Sky News of invading his family's privacy.
- Reform UK made a formal complaint to Ofcom and asked Sky News to apologize on air.
- Farage says Sky News reporters approached his daughter's home while he was out of the country.
- Sky News says it did not speak to Farage’s daughter and only wanted to ask Farage about a £5 million gift he received before becoming an MP.
- There is a separate parliamentary investigation into whether the £5 million gift followed the rules.
- Farage warned Sky News not to harass his family further or face "serious consequences."
- Ofcom treats complaints confidentially and does not confirm details publicly.
- Ofcom aims to finish fairness and privacy investigations within 90 working days.
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