GB News pundit charged with fraud during time as Labour adviser
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- Torbitt came to the attention of the political establishment by sharing his experiences of homelessness.
- Prefer the Guardian on GoogleA prominent political commentator has been charged with fraud in relation to his time as a Labour adviser, the Guardian can reveal.
- Matthew Torbitt, a regular guest pundit on GB News, faces two counts of fraud by false representation in relation to his travel and expenses claims while working in parliament.
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Torbitt came to the attention of the political establishment by sharing his experiences of homelessness. Photograph: Richard Gardner/Shutterstock View image in fullscreen Torbitt came to the attention of the political establishment by sharing his experiences of homelessness. Photograph: Richard Gardner/Shutterstock UK news GB News pundit charged with fraud during time as Labour adviser Exclusive: Matthew Torbitt faces two counts of fraud by false representation in relation to travel and expense claims
Prefer the Guardian on GoogleA prominent political commentator has been charged with fraud in relation to his time as a Labour adviser, the Guardian can reveal.
Matthew Torbitt, a regular guest pundit on GB News, faces two counts of fraud by false representation in relation to his travel and expenses claims while working in parliament.