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<p>The Government takes the security and integrity of our democratic processes extremely
seriously but has not seen evidence of any successful interference in the EU Referendum
by any foreign government.</p><p> </p><p>Political parties and referendum campaigners
can only accept donations from “permissible donors” which includes individuals on
the electoral roll, companies registered in and conducting business in the UK and
a number of other UK-registered bodies. Accepting a donation that is not permissible
is a criminal offence. The Electoral Commission has powers to fine parties or campaigners
who accept impermissible donations. The Government will continue to work to strengthen
our democratic processes.</p><p> </p><p>We remain vigilant against attempts to erode
trust in our democratic processes and institutions and will defend the UK from all
forms of malign foreign state interference.</p><p> </p>
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