Williams, a senior aide to Rishi Sunak, placed a £100 bet on a July election just three days before the date was announced by Sunak, according to The Guardian.

Williams described his bet as a mere "flutter" on the general election, and acknowledged that the inquiries by the Gambling Commission were routine. In a statement, he assured full cooperation with the ongoing investigation. It is worth noting that the Gambling Commission is responsible for regulating all gambling activities in the UK.

The revelation came after Mark Spencer, the former Conservative chief whip, commented on Williams' situation when asked about it. Although Spencer acknowledged that there was a process underway, he suggested that the issue of politicians engaging in questionable behavior was not exclusive to the Conservative Party. He stated that "some of my colleagues across the House have not covered themselves in glory," implying that other parties were also grappling with similar challenges.

When pressed further about MPs losing the whip in the previous parliament, Spencer admitted, "We had the most MPs." This response raises questions about the acceptability of a higher number of suspended MPs for poor behavior. However, Spencer did not provide any additional comments on the matter.

As the general election draws near, this development adds another layer to the ongoing election campaign. Williams' involvement in betting on the election date, coupled with the ongoing investigation, may further impact the Conservative Party's reputation. The Tories face the task of regaining public trust amidst allegations and controversies involving their members.

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