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Political Donations 2025-02-12
12 February 2025
Lead MP
Manuela Perteghella
Debate Type
General Debate
Tags
EconomyTaxation
Other Contributors: 1
At a Glance
Manuela Perteghella raised concerns about political donations 2025-02-12 in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
The Bill aims to cap political donations, review the level of such a cap, prevent foreign nationals from making political donations through companies, and restore public trust in our electoral system. It addresses concerns about national security and fairness, highlighting recent YouGov polls showing over two-thirds support for limiting political donations. The current lack of limits on individual or business donations is seen as detrimental to democracy. Notable examples include Elon Musk's planned donation and past donations from individuals with links to the Russian Government to the Conservative party. The Bill seeks to close legal loopholes allowing foreign money to influence British politics, ensuring that elections belong to voters rather than foreign interests.
Stratford-on-Avon
Supports the Bill as it introduces a fair cap on political donations and prevents foreign donors from funding British politics. Argues that this measure is essential to protect elections from manipulation, ensure transparency in political funding, and restore faith in democracy. Points out that there is already a consensus in the House against foreign donations but legal loopholes allow them to happen.
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