This page shows all the changes in the Register of Members' Interests between the editions of 19 September 2006 and 6 November 2006, in alphabetical order by MP.
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- 2005/6 Arcadia Lectures for School of Oriental and African Studies, London. (Actual £1,200) (Up to £5,000)
- October 2005, BBC Celebrity Mastermind. (Actual £2,750) (Up to £5,000) (Registered 31 March 2006)
- October 2005, BBC University Challenge. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 31 March 2006)
- September 2005-December 2005, weekly, fees for articles in Evening Standard (Actual £5,600) (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 31 March 2006)
- 25 November 2005, fee for article in Daily Mail. (Actual £850) (Up to £5,000) (Registered 31 March 2006)
- 25 January 2006-May 2006, fees for bi-weekly article in The Voice newspaper. (Actual £2,450) (Up to £5,000) (Registered 9 May 2006)
- 17 March 2006, fee for article in The Times. (Actual £900) (Up to £5,000) (Registered 31 March 2006)
- Television programmes, as a presenter for BBC One's weekly programme "This Week" from September 2005-March 2006. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 31 March 2006
- January 2006-April 2006, weekly, fees for articles in Evening Standard. (Actual £6,400) (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 9 May 2006)
- Television programmes, as a presenter for BBC One's weekly programme "This Week" from April 2006. (Actual £1,600) (Up to £5,000) (Registered 9 May 2006)
- May 2006, weekly, fees for articles in Evening Standard. (Actual £2,100) (Up to £5,000) (Registered 1 June 2006)
- Television programmes, as a presenter for BBC One's weekly programme "This Week" from May. (Actual £800) (Up to £5,000) (Registered 1 June 2006)
- Television programme, appearance on BBC Two's "Have I Got News for You" (Actual £1,000) (Up to £5,000) (Registered 1 June 2006)
- May 2006, fee for article in The Times. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 1 June 2006)
| - 2005/6 Arcadia Lectures for School of Oriental and African Studies, London. (Actual £1,200) (Up to £5,000)
- October 2005, BBC Celebrity Mastermind. (Actual £2,750) (Up to £5,000) (Registered 31 March 2006)
- October 2005, BBC University Challenge. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 31 March 2006)
- September 2005-December 2005, weekly, fees for articles in Evening Standard (Actual £5,600) (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 31 March 2006)
- 25 November 2005, fee for article in Daily Mail. (Actual £850) (Up to £5,000) (Registered 31 March 2006)
- 25 January 2006-May 2006, fees for bi-weekly article in The Voice newspaper. (Actual £2,450) (Up to £5,000) (Registered 9 May 2006)
- 17 March 2006, fee for article in The Times. (Actual £900) (Up to £5,000) (Registered 31 March 2006)
- Television programmes, as a presenter for BBC One's weekly programme "This Week" from September 2005-March 2006. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 31 March 2006
- January 2006-April 2006, weekly, fees for articles in Evening Standard. (Actual £6,400) (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 9 May 2006)
- Television programmes, as a presenter for BBC One's weekly programme "This Week" from April 2006. (Actual £1,600) (Up to £5,000) (Registered 9 May 2006)
- May 2006, weekly, fees for articles in Evening Standard. (Actual £2,100) (Up to £5,000) (Registered 1 June 2006)
- Television programmes, as a presenter for BBC One's weekly programme "This Week" from May. (Actual £800) (Up to £5,000) (Registered 1 June 2006)
- Television programme, appearance on BBC Two's "Have I Got News for You" (Actual £1,000) (Up to £5,000) (Registered 1 June 2006)
- May 2006, fee for article in The Times. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 1 June 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 14-15 November 2005, to Nigeria, to attend Women's Conference, paid for by WIMBIZ (Women in Business). (Registered 31 March 2006)
| - 14-15 November 2005, to Nigeria, to attend Women's Conference, paid for by WIMBIZ (Women in Business). (Registered 31 March 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Donation to my constituency party received from Mr Anthony Pidgley (private donation from constituent). (Registered 10 October 2005)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 19-21 January 2006, Anglo-French Colloque at the Four Seasons Hotel, Hampshire. Two night conference on Anglo-French relations, of which the main sponsor was BP. (Registered 17 February 2006)
- 15 February 2006, attended the Brit Awards accompanied by a guest, at the invitation of the British Phonographic Industry Ltd (BPI). (Registered 17 February 2006)
| - 19-21 January 2006, Anglo-French Colloque at the Four Seasons Hotel, Hampshire. Two night conference on Anglo-French relations, of which the main sponsor was BP. (Registered 17 February 2006)
- 15 February 2006, attended the Brit Awards accompanied by a guest, at the invitation of the British Phonographic Industry Ltd (BPI). (Registered 17 February 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Parliamentary Adviser to the Caravan Club. (Up to £5,000)
| - Parliamentary Adviser to the Caravan Club. (Up to £5,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 12-15 September 2005, to New York, USA, to speak at rally in support of the Council for Resistance in Iran. The visit was paid for by that organisation. (Registered 10 October 2005)
- 11-15 June 2006, to Israel, hosted by Conservative Friends of Israel (CFI). CFI contributed the cost of flights, accommodation and some meals. The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Official Guest Department) contributed to the costs of travel inside Israel, some accommodation and some meals. (Registered 22 June 2006)
| - 11-15 June 2006, to Israel, hosted by Conservative Friends of Israel (CFI). CFI contributed the cost of flights, accommodation and some meals. The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Official Guest Department) contributed to the costs of travel inside Israel, some accommodation and some meals. (Registered 22 June 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Donations to my constituency party from:
- Mr and Mrs A C Eliot (constituents)
- Mr H Keswick (constituent)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 22-23 Wednesday 2005, to Kabul, Afghanistan. The cost of my flight was provided by Flying Lion Ltd. (Other expenses met by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and Ministry of Defence.) (Registered 28 November 2005)
| - 22-23 Wednesday 2005, to Kabul, Afghanistan. The cost of my flight was provided by Flying Lion Ltd. (Other expenses met by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and Ministry of Defence.) (Registered 28 November 2005)
- 9-11 September 2006, to Gibraltar, to attend Gibraltar Day celebrations. All costs of flights and accommodation were met by the Government of Gibraltar. (Registered 21 September 2006)
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8. Land and Property |
- Small tenanted agricultural estate in Scottish Borders and Midlothian, from which rental income is received. (Registered 10 October 2005)
| - Small tenanted agricultural estate in Scottish Borders and Midlothian, from which rental income is received.
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6. Overseas visits |
- 1-7 January 2006, to Taiwan, with group of parliamentarians from All-Party British-Taiwanese Group, as guest of Taiwanese Government. (Registered 10 January 2006)
| - 1-7 January 2006, to Taiwan, with group of parliamentarians from All-Party British-Taiwanese Group, as guest of Taiwanese Government. (Registered 10 January 2006)
- 15-21 September 2006, to Bahrain, to meet with elected members and government ministers in order to discuss matters of mutual interest and to study the electoral registration and voting arrangements for the forthcoming Bahrain elections. The visit was made at the invitation and expense of the Bahrain Government. (Registered 10 October 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 18-22 September 2005, to Kuwait, as a member of the All-Party Parliamentary Kuwait Group. My return flights and accommodation were paid for by the Government of Kuwait. (Registered 16 February 2006)
- 26 February-3 March 2006, to Israel and Palestine with Labour Friends of Israel (LFI). Travel and hospitality paid for by LFI. Accommodation paid for by LFI at a rate discounted through the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Some hospitality provided by the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Palestinian Legislative Council/Palestinian Authority. Travel within Israel/Palestine provided by the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs and LFI. (Registered 20 April 2006)
- 31 March-9 April 2006, to Iraq as Chair of Labour Friends of Iraq, to develop links between Labour Friends of Iraq and the Iraqi Trade Union Federations and, through them, to meet politicians and civil society representatives in Iraq. My return flights and accommodation were paid for by Labour Friends of Iraq; the funding provided by UNISON and the National Union of Journalists. (Registered 20 April 2006)
| - 18-22 September 2005, to Kuwait, as a member of the All-Party Parliamentary Kuwait Group. My return flights and accommodation were paid for by the Government of Kuwait. (Registered 16 February 2006)
- 26 February-3 March 2006, to Israel and Palestine with Labour Friends of Israel (LFI). Travel and hospitality paid for by LFI. Accommodation paid for by LFI at a rate discounted through the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Some hospitality provided by the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Palestinian Legislative Council/Palestinian Authority. Travel within Israel/Palestine provided by the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs and LFI. (Registered 20 April 2006)
- 31 March-9 April 2006, to Iraq as Chair of Labour Friends of Iraq, to develop links between Labour Friends of Iraq and the Iraqi Trade Union Federations and, through them, to meet politicians and civil society representatives in Iraq. My return flights and accommodation were paid for by Labour Friends of Iraq; the funding provided by UNISON and the National Union of Journalists. (Registered 20 April 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Categories of business underwritten until resignation - CBS Private Capital Ltd.: All categories.
| - Categories of business underwritten until resignation - CBS Private Capital Ltd.: All categories.
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6. Overseas visits |
- 18-22 September 2005, to Israel, for meetings with members of the Knesset and others. Accommodation, food and travel provided by the Conservative Friends of Israel. (Registered 28 September 2005)
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7. Overseas benefits and gifts |
- July 2006, in the course of a visit to Pakistan by the Defence Select Committee, which I chair, I was given a rug by the Minister of Defence of Pakistan. (Registered 14 July 2006)
| - July 2006, in the course of a visit to Pakistan by the Defence Select Committee, which I chair, I was given a rug by the Minister of Defence of Pakistan. (Registered 14 July 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
| | - Conservative Friends of Israel contribute to the expenses of an intern working in my office.
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Parliamentary and public affairs consultant, Countryside Alliance. (£10,001-£15,000)
| - Parliamentary and public affairs consultant, Countryside Alliance. (£10,001-£15,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 1-4 June 2006, to Paris, to speak at a conference: "Public Intervention - reporting accounts and rendering accounts", at the invitation of the French Ministry of Finance and the Organisation of Economic Co-operation and Development, who met hotel and travel costs for me and my wife. No fee paid. (Registered 9 June 2006)
| - 1-4 June 2006, to Paris, to speak at a conference: "Public Intervention - reporting accounts and rendering accounts", at the invitation of the French Ministry of Finance and the Organisation of Economic Co-operation and Development, who met hotel and travel costs for me and my wife. No fee paid. (Registered 9 June 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- January-February 2006, researcher provided for my House of Commons office by Forum for the Future, an organisation that organises placements for students studying sustainable development. (Registered 13 February 2006)
- 17-25 February 2006, to Australia, to visit Tasmania in my then capacity as Shadow Environment Secretary. My transport, accommodation and living expenses in Australia were provided by The Wilderness Society and the Australian Greens. (My return flight to Australia was financed by parliamentary funds.) (Registered 13 March 2006)
- 29-31 May 2006, to Sweden, to give the annual Iwan Bolin Lecture on education, at the invitation of the Folkuniversitetet in Stockholm. My flights, other transport, accommodation and living expenses during my stay were financed by the Folkuniversitetet. (Registered 12 June 2006)
| - January-February 2006, researcher provided for my House of Commons office by Forum for the Future, an organisation that organises placements for students studying sustainable development. (Registered 13 February 2006)
- 17-25 February 2006, to Australia, to visit Tasmania in my then capacity as Shadow Environment Secretary. My transport, accommodation and living expenses in Australia were provided by The Wilderness Society and the Australian Greens. (My return flight to Australia was financed by parliamentary funds.) (Registered 13 March 2006)
- 29-31 May 2006, to Sweden, to give the annual Iwan Bolin Lecture on education, at the invitation of the Folkuniversitetet in Stockholm. My flights, other transport, accommodation and living expenses during my stay were financed by the Folkuniversitetet. (Registered 12 June 2006)
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1. Remunerated directorships |
- Oxford Wine Collection Ltd (non-executive); promotion and sale of branded wines in the UK (until 9 March 2006).
- Chairman (non-executive), Oxford Wine Investments Ltd; investment in wine sales and delivery companies in the UK (until 9 March 2006).
- Chairman (non-executive), Battlebridge Capital plc; investment fund investing mainly in UK listed companies.
| - Quartet Global Limited (non-executive). Investment in Idroplax, an Italian company, specialising in sustainable product development.
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6. Overseas visits |
- 1-9 January 2006, to India with Conservative Friends of India, to discuss economic and industrial/commercial issues. Visits to Delhi, Mumbai, Bombay and Jaipur. Travel and accommodation expenses met by the Government of India and the Confederation of Indian Industry. (Registered 24 January 2006)
| - 1-9 January 2006, to India with Conservative Friends of India, to discuss economic and industrial/commercial issues. Visits to Delhi, Mumbai, Bombay and Jaipur. Travel and accommodation expenses met by the Government of India and the Confederation of Indian Industry. (Registered 24 January 2006)
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9. Registrable shareholdings |
- (b) Battlebridge Capital plc
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Regular columns for Building Magazine December 2005- May 2006. (Up to £5,000)
| - Regular columns for Building Magazine December 2005- May 2006. (Up to £5,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 11-16 September 2005, to Israel and the Palestinian Territories, as part of a delegation of Labour Friends of Israel (LFI). Travel and hospitality provided by LFI. Accommodation provided by LFI at a rate discounted through the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Some hospitality provided by the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Palestinian Legislative Council/Palestinian Authority. Travel within Israel provided by the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs and LFI. (Registered 27 October 2005)
- 1-9 April 2006, to India with Labour Friends of India. International travel provided by the Confederation of Indian Industry and all accommodation, domestic travel and hospitality provided by the Government of India. (Registered 25 April 2006)
| - 1-9 April 2006, to India with Labour Friends of India. International travel provided by the Confederation of Indian Industry and all accommodation, domestic travel and hospitality provided by the Government of India. (Registered 25 April 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Lay member of General Medical Council. (£10,001-£15,000)
| - Lay member of General Medical Council. (£10,001-£15,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 24-27 July 2005, to Accra, Ghana, to evaluate and report on the World Bank's programme in Ghana. The Parliamentary Network on the World Bank and the World Bank jointly funded my air fare and accommodation. (Registered 21 November 2005)
- 22-23 October 2005, to Helsinki, to attend the 6th Annual Conference of the Parliamentary Network on the World Bank jointly organised by the World Bank and the Parliamentary Network on the World Bank. The Parliamentary Network on the World Bank paid for my air fare and hotel accommodation for one night. (Registered 21 November 2005)
| - 24-27 July 2005, to Accra, Ghana, to evaluate and report on the World Bank's programme in Ghana. The Parliamentary Network on the World Bank and the World Bank jointly funded my air fare and accommodation. (Registered 21 November 2005)
- 22-23 October 2005, to Helsinki, to attend the 6th Annual Conference of the Parliamentary Network on the World Bank jointly organised by the World Bank and the Parliamentary Network on the World Bank. The Parliamentary Network on the World Bank paid for my air fare and hotel accommodation for one night. (Registered 21 November 2005)
- 16-23 September 2006, to Hong Kong, to study how the agreement following handover to China is working. Flights and accommodation paid for by the Hong Kong Government. (Registered 16 October 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Consultant to Bourne Leisure Group Ltd.; a holiday park operator in Britain and overseas, on general and parliamentary matters. (£15,001-£20,000)
- Occasional lectures for New York State University in London. (Up to £5,000)
| - Consultant to Bourne Leisure Group Ltd.; a holiday park operator in Britain and overseas, on general and parliamentary matters. (£15,001-£20,000)
- Occasional lectures for New York State University in London. (Up to £5,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 28 May-2 June 2006, to Norway, as a member of the All-Party Parliamentary British-Norwegian Group, for meetings in Oslo and visits to a liquid gas project in North Norway and to Svalbard. I was the guest of the Norwegian Government who paid the costs of the visit. (Registered 6 June 2006)
| - 28 May-2 June 2006, to Norway, as a member of the All-Party Parliamentary British-Norwegian Group, for meetings in Oslo and visits to a liquid gas project in North Norway and to Svalbard. I was the guest of the Norwegian Government who paid the costs of the visit. (Registered 6 June 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 11-16 April 2006, to Doha, Qatar, to attend conference on Democracy, Development and Free Trade at the invitation of the Qatari Foreign Ministry, to improve relations between UK parliamentarians and the Government of Qatar. Cost of visa, air travel and part of accommodation paid for by the Foreign Ministry. (Registered 16 May 2006)
| - 11-16 April 2006, to Doha, Qatar, to attend conference on Democracy, Development and Free Trade at the invitation of the Qatari Foreign Ministry, to improve relations between UK parliamentarians and the Government of Qatar. Cost of visa, air travel and part of accommodation paid for by the Foreign Ministry. (Registered 16 May 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Fee for research project on economic, industrial and welfare policies in the UK, on behalf of the MHC Benevolent Trust. (Up to £5,000)
| - Fee for research project on economic, industrial and welfare policies in the UK, on behalf of the MHC Benevolent Trust. (Up to £5,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 26-30 November 2005, to Ghana, as a member of a cross-party group investigating trade related issues, financed by Christian Aid. (Registered 20 January 2006)
| - 26-30 November 2005, to Ghana, as a member of a cross-party group investigating trade related issues, financed by Christian Aid. (Registered 20 January 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Fees for lectures given for Neil Stewart Associates. (Up to £5,000)
| - Fees for lectures given for Neil Stewart Associates. (Up to £5,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 8-11 June 2006, to Germany as a member of the UK Parliamentary Football Club, to attend the World Cup and play football matches for charity. I received match ticket, hospitality and coach transport from McDonald's, and hospitality and coach transport from National Grid. (Registered 29 August 2006)
| - 8-11 June 2006, to Germany as a member of the UK Parliamentary Football Club, to attend the World Cup and play football matches for charity. I received match ticket, hospitality and coach transport from McDonald's, and hospitality and coach transport from National Grid. (Registered 29 August 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 12-15 September 2005, to New York, USA, to speak at a rally in support of the Council for Resistance in Iran. The visit was sponsored by that organisation. (Registered 4 October 2005)
- 18-22 September 2005, to Israel on a fact-finding mission, sponsored by the Conservative Friends of Israel. (Registered 4 October 2005)
- 1-9 January 2006, to India with Conservative Friends of India, to discuss economic and industrial/commercial issues. Visits to Delhi, Mumbai, Bombay and Jaipur. Travel and accommodation expenses met by the Government of India and the Confederation of Indian Industry. (Registered 11 January 2006)
- 2-8 April 2006, to Sri Lanka, with parliamentary delegation to meet officials and inspect rebuilding effort following the tsunami, sponsored by the Government of Sri Lanka. (Registered 28 April 2006)
- 26-31 July 2006, to Washington DC, for meetings with US politicians, paid for by the National Council for Resistance in Iran. (Registered 7 August 2006)
| - 1-9 January 2006, to India with Conservative Friends of India, to discuss economic and industrial/commercial issues. Visits to Delhi, Mumbai, Bombay and Jaipur. Travel and accommodation expenses met by the Government of India and the Confederation of Indian Industry. (Registered 11 January 2006)
- 2-8 April 2006, to Sri Lanka, with parliamentary delegation to meet officials and inspect rebuilding effort following the tsunami, sponsored by the Government of Sri Lanka. (Registered 28 April 2006)
- 26-31 July 2006, to Washington DC, for meetings with US politicians, paid for by the National Council for Resistance in Iran. (Registered 7 August 2006)
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7. Overseas benefits and gifts |
- August 2005, accompanied by my family I spent 26 nights at a private villa in Barbados owned by Sir Cliff Richard. I have made a charitable donation in lieu of the cost of this accommodation. I paid for all other expenses including flights. (Registered 20 September 2005)
| - December 2005, following official talks with the King of Jordan, the King provided return air travel from Jordan to Egypt for my wife and me. (Registered 16 January 2006)
- August 2006, accompanied by my family I spent summer holidays at a private villa in Barbados owned by Sir Cliff Richard. I have made charitable donations in lieu of the cost of this accommodation. I paid for all other expenses including flights. (Registered 21 September 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 3-10 August 2005, to Nigeria with the All-Party Parliamentary Group on the Niger Delta, paid for by Shell International Ltd. (Registered 29 September 2005)
- 5-1- October 2005, to Uganda with the All-Party Parliamentary Group on the Great Lakes Region and Genocide Prevention, to study conflict in northern Uganda, paid for by Northern Uganda Advocacy for Peace Project. (Registered 24 October 2005)
- 4-7 November 2005, to Buenos Aires, to attend a conference of Latin American parliamentarians, paid for by the Institute of Policy Studies, Washington DC, with the support of the Soros Foundation and Mott Foundation. (Registered 29 November 2005)
| - 22-26 August 2006, to Stavanger, Norway, to visit Offshore Northern Seas (ONS) conference and exhibition, with the British Offshore Oil and Gas Industry All-Party Parliamentary Group. Overseas flights, hotel accommodation, local transport and hospitality sponsored by the UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), Shell, Chevron, BP, Exxon Mobil and Statoil. (Registered 9 October 2006)
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1. Remunerated directorships |
- HADAW Productions and Investments Ltd, through which I have a contract with Bloomsbury for the rights to my forthcoming journals. Signature payment due (£95,001-£100,000). I have not yet drawn down any income from this directorship.
| - HADAW Productions and Investments Ltd, to which is payable income from:
- A contract with Bloomsbury for the rights to my forthcoming journals. Signature payment due (£95,001-£100,000). Further payment £60,001-£65,000) (Registered 12 October 2006)
- Making available to, and granting rights relating to, the Blunkett Tapes - Juniper Productions for Channel 4. (£10,001-£15,000)
- Advising and taking part in the Blunkett Tapes for Juniper Productions for Channel 4. (£10,001-£15,000)
- Guardian serialisation of Blunkett Tapes. (Figure to be notified.)
- Daily Mail serialisation of Blunkett Tapes. (Figure to be notified.)
- October 2006, fee for BBC Radio 4 Book of the Week recording. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 2 November 2006)
- I have not yet drawn down any income from this directorship.
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Adviser to Indepen Consulting Limited, giving seminars on relationship between government and business (late January -5 May 2005). (£15,001-£20,000)
- Adviser to ORT (Organisation for Research and Technology), an international charity, on educational and international relations matters (February-5 May 2005). (£15,001-£20,000)
- 11 March 2005, fee for speech at communications seminar organised by Weber Shandwick. (£2,000) (Up to £5,000) (Registered 1 November 2005)
- 16 March 2005, fee for speech at event organised by Weber Shandwick. (£2,000) (Up to £5,000) (Registered 1 November 2005)
- 5 April 2005, fee for facilitation discussion on business links with tertiary education organised by BT. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 1 November 2005)
- Weekly column for The Sun newspaper commencing 1 December 2005. (£75,000)
- Total annual remuneration (£145,001-£150,000)
- 16 February 2006, fee for speech to Law Society, Leeds. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 23 February 2006)
- March 2006, fee for "Legendary Dinner", interview with Sir David Frost. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 4 April 2006)
- March 2006, fee for after dinner speech for Portland PR. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 4 April 2006)
- 26 June 2006, PR Week Forum after dinner seminar. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 28 June 2006)
| - Weekly column for The Sun newspaper commencing 1 December 2005. (£75,000)
- Total annual remuneration (£145,001-£150,000)
- 16 February 2006, fee for speech to Law Society, Leeds. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 23 February 2006)
- March 2006, fee for "Legendary Dinner", interview with Sir David Frost. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 4 April 2006)
- March 2006, fee for after dinner speech for Portland PR. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 4 April 2006)
- 26 June 2006, PR Week Forum after dinner seminar. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 28 June 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- International and government affairs and parliamentary adviser to BAES Integrated System Technology (Insyte, formerly known as AMS Limited); a defence electronics company. (Up to £5,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 26 February-3 March 2006, to Occupied Palestinian Territories and Israel with the Conservative Middle East Council. (Registered 7 March 2006)
| - 26 February-3 March 2006, to Occupied Palestinian Territories and Israel with the Conservative Middle East Council. (Registered 7 March 2006)
- 18-29 September 2006, to Oman, Syria and Lebanon with the Conservative Middle East Council, with accommodation provided in Oman by the Government of the Sultanate of Oman. (Registered 5 October 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 29 March-2 April 2006, to Botswana, to visit HIV/AIDS projects and meet with Ministers and NGOs, organised and paid for by the Government of Botswana. (Registered 13 April 2006)
| - 29 March-2 April 2006, to Botswana, to visit HIV/AIDS projects and meet with Ministers and NGOs, organised and paid for by the Government of Botswana. (Registered 13 April 2006)
- 27 May-1 June 2006, to the British Virgin Islands with the British Virgin Islands All-Party Parliamentary Group. All costs of the visit were paid by the British Virgin Islands Government. (Registered 11 October 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
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6. Overseas visits |
- 25-27 February 2006, to Dubai, to speak at Press Freedom Forum. Flights and accommodation costs paid by Khaleej Times. (Registered 28 February 2006)
| - 25-27 February 2006, to Dubai, to speak at Press Freedom Forum. Flights and accommodation costs paid by Khaleej Times. (Registered 28 February 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Donations to my constituency party from:
- Whipton Labour Club
- Graphic
- USDAW
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8. Land and Property |
- Share of house in Salcombe, Devon.
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Fees for occasional lectures to groups of students from the United States on behalf of the American Institute for Foreign Study and International Enrichment. (Up to £5,000)
| - Fees for occasional lectures to groups of students from the United States on behalf of the American Institute for Foreign Study and International Enrichment. (Up to £5,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 30 May 2006, to Berlin to speak at a conference organised by Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, who paid my air fare. (Registered 24 May 2006)
- 8-11 September 2006, to Gibraltar with the All Party Parliamentary Group for Gibraltar, to attend and speak at the National Day celebration on 10 September. Meetings with Chief Minister, Leader of the Opposition, Minister for Trade and Commander of British Forces. Travel and accommodation met by Government of Gibraltar. (Registered 14 September 2006)
| - 30 May 2006, to Berlin to speak at a conference organised by Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, who paid my air fare. (Registered 24 May 2006)
- 8-11 September 2006, to Gibraltar with the All Party Parliamentary Group for Gibraltar, to attend and speak at the National Day celebration on 10 September. Meetings with Chief Minister, Leader of the Opposition, Minister for Trade and Commander of British Forces. Travel and accommodation met by Government of Gibraltar. (Registered 14 September 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Member of parliamentary panel at Arcadia University, providing courses for visiting American students. (Up to £5,000)
| - Member of parliamentary panel at Arcadia University, providing courses for visiting American students. (Up to £5,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 16-18 April 2006, to Beirut, to attend a demonstration and press conference, paid for by "Lawyers for Lawyers", a Dutch charity which exists to protect lawyers facing persecution for defending political prisoners. (Registered 10 May 2006)
| - 16-18 April 2006, to Beirut, to attend a demonstration and press conference, paid for by "Lawyers for Lawyers", a Dutch charity which exists to protect lawyers facing persecution for defending political prisoners. (Registered 10 May 2006)
- September 2006, to USA for lecture tour of universities. One registrable fee received, from Akron University in Ohio. The costs of the tour were met from the fees I received. (Registered 24 October 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Lay Associate Member of General Medical Council. I receive expenses relating to meetings and work undertaken in that role. (Up to £5,000)
| - Lay Associate Member of General Medical Council. I receive expenses relating to meetings and work undertaken in that role. (Up to £5,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 31 March-6 April 2006, to Egypt with UK-Egypt All-Party Parliamentary Group, to further political relations between the UK and Egypt. I was accompanied by my spouse and our visit was made at the invitation and expense of the Egyptian Government. (Registered 18 April 2006)
| - 31 March-6 April 2006, to Egypt with UK-Egypt All-Party Parliamentary Group, to further political relations between the UK and Egypt. I was accompanied by my spouse and our visit was made at the invitation and expense of the Egyptian Government. (Registered 18 April 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
| | - I am a member of the parliamentary rock group 'MP4' with Greg Knight MP, Pete Wishart MP and Ian Cawsey MP. Sponsorship of group equipment hire, rehearsal space etc by Freshwater Marketing Communications.
- I attended the Heineken Cup Final on 20 May 2006 and the Madonna concert, with a guest, on 30 July 2006. Both events took place at the Millennium Stadium and on both occasions tickets and hospitality were provided by Western Power Distribution. (Registered 3 August 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 9 July 2006, my wife and I received hospitality and attended the opera at Glyndebourne as guests of Jones Day, solicitors, of London. (Registered 4 August 2006)
| - 9 July 2006, my wife and I received hospitality and attended the opera at Glyndebourne as guests of Jones Day, solicitors, of London. (Registered 4 August 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 1-8 April 2006, to Botswana at the invitation of the Botswana Government, as part of an all-party visit to investigate HIV/Aids, sustainable wildlife, relocation in the CKGR and diversification of the economy, to better understand the help and support which can be given to the Botswana Government by the UK. All travel, accommodation and subsistence was paid for by the Botswana Government. (Registered 28 April 2006)
| - 1-8 April 2006, to Botswana at the invitation of the Botswana Government, as part of an all-party visit to investigate HIV/Aids, sustainable wildlife, relocation in the CKGR and diversification of the economy, to better understand the help and support which can be given to the Botswana Government by the UK. All travel, accommodation and subsistence was paid for by the Botswana Government. (Registered 28 April 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 3-8 September 2006, to Rwanda and Kenya with Results UK, who met the costs of travel, hotel and food. (Registered 14 September 2006)
| - 3-8 September 2006, to Rwanda and Kenya, to look at TB programmes, with Results UK, who met the costs of travel, hotel and food. (Registered 14 September 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
| | - 8-15 September 2006, to Democratic Republic of Congo as joint-chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Street Children. Flight and accommodation paid by War Child. (Registered 12 October 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 30 May 2005, ticket, flight and hospitality for Premiership play-off, provided by West Ham United FC. (Registered 27 October 2005)
- 13 May 2006, ticket, flight and hospitality for FA Cup Final, provided by West Ham United FC. (Registered 21 June 2006)
| - 13 May 2006, ticket, flight and hospitality for FA Cup Final, provided by West Ham United FC. (Registered 21 June 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 19-25 February 2006, to Bangladesh, with Reproductive Health Initiative for Youth in Asia (Project RHIYA), to see what Project RHIYA is doing on the ground in respect to the United Nations Population Fund's objective targeting young people, and to visit the Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights Project in order to experience the situation in Bangladesh. Flights and accommodation paid for by United Nations Population Fund. On outward and return flights I received upgrades to Business Class from British Airways. (Registered 7 March 2006)
| - 19-25 February 2006, to Bangladesh, with Reproductive Health Initiative for Youth in Asia (Project RHIYA), to see what Project RHIYA is doing on the ground in respect to the United Nations Population Fund's objective targeting young people, and to visit the Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights Project in order to experience the situation in Bangladesh. Flights and accommodation paid for by United Nations Population Fund. On outward and return flights I received upgrades to Business Class from British Airways. (Registered 7 March 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- On accompanying visits to Washington DC/New York and Sydney in September, my wife and baby were upgraded by Virgin Atlantic Airways. (Registered 1 November 2005)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Fees for lectures to Civil Service College, which are paid direct to charities. (Up to £5,000)
| - Fees for lectures to Civil Service College, which are paid direct to charities. (Up to £5,000)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- Gift of an engraved Dartington glass bowl from the West Hill Conservative Branch. (Registered 21 June 2006)
| - Gift of an engraved Dartington glass bowl from the West Hill Conservative Branch. (Registered 21 June 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 20-23 April 2006, to Slovenia, to attend a seminar of Balkan country parliamentarians in my capacity as a member of the steering committee of the East West Parliamentary Practice Project based in Amsterdam. Economy return flight to Lubljana, transfer, accommodation for three nights and all meals and hospitality provided by the EWPPP. (Registered 12 May 2006)
| - 20-23 April 2006, to Slovenia, to attend a seminar of Balkan country parliamentarians in my capacity as a member of the steering committee of the East West Parliamentary Practice Project based in Amsterdam. Economy return flight to Lubljana, transfer, accommodation for three nights and all meals and hospitality provided by the EWPPP. (Registered 12 May 2006)
- 9-13 September 2006, to Uganda, as a guest of Oxfam, to see Oxfam's work in IDP camps in northern Uganda. Oxfam paid for economy return flights, internal travel including a charter flight to and from Kitgum, accommodation for four nights and food. (Registered 10 October 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- 22-26 May 2006 and 24-28 July 2006, fees for appearance on Channel 5's The Wright Stuff. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 31 July 2006)
| - 22-26 May 2006 and 24-28 July 2006, fees for appearance on Channel 5's The Wright Stuff. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 31 July 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 10-15 September 2006, to Israel and Palestine with Labour Friends of Israel (LFI). Travel and hospitality paid for by LFI. Accommodation paid for by LFI at a rate discounted through the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Some hospitality provided by the Palestinian Legislative Council/Palestinian Authority. Travel within Israel/Palestine provided by LFI. Some travel within Israel provided by the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs. (Registered 19 September 2006)
| - 10-15 September 2006, to Israel and Palestine with Labour Friends of Israel (LFI). Travel and hospitality paid for by LFI. Accommodation paid for by LFI at a rate discounted through the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Some hospitality provided by the Palestinian Legislative Council/Palestinian Authority. Travel within Israel/Palestine provided by LFI. Some travel within Israel provided by the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs. (Registered 19 September 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
| | - Weekly article for 'Regeneration and Renewal' magazine. (Up to £5,000)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 11 June 2006, the Motor Sports Association provided me with passes to the British Grand Prix at Silverstone where I was presenting a trophy for one of the races. (Registered 5 July 2006)
| - 11 June 2006, the Motor Sports Association provided me with passes to the British Grand Prix at Silverstone where I was presenting a trophy for one of the races. (Registered 5 July 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 24-29 November 2005, to United Arab Emirates as guest of the Government of UAE, who met the costs of flights and accommodation. (Registered 30 November 2005)
- 1-9 January 2006, to India as the guest of the Confederation of Indian Industry, who paid for my flights and accommodation. (Registered 17 January 2006)
- 11-15 April 2006, to Qatar, to attend the 6th Conference on Democracy, Security and Trade. Flights and accommodation paid for by the Government of Qatar. (Registered 18 April 2006)
| - 24-29 November 2005, to United Arab Emirates as guest of the Government of UAE, who met the costs of flights and accommodation. (Registered 30 November 2005)
- 1-9 January 2006, to India as the guest of the Confederation of Indian Industry, who paid for my flights and accommodation. (Registered 17 January 2006)
- 11-15 April 2006, to Qatar, to attend the 6th Conference on Democracy, Security and Trade. Flights and accommodation paid for by the Government of Qatar. (Registered 18 April 2006)
- 16-22 September 2006, to Hong Kong, to study how the agreement following handover to China is working. Flights and accommodation paid for by the Hong Kong Government. (Registered 22 September2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 8-13 January 2006, to Israel, hosted by Conservative Friends of Israel (CFI). CFI contributed the costs of flights, accommodation and some meals. The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs contributed to the cost of travel inside Israel and some meals. (Registered 18 January 2006)
- 9-19 April 2006, to Cyprus on family visit. Travel provided by Democratic Rally UK and accommodation by the Greek Cypriot Brotherhood. (Registered 2 May 2006)
| - 8-13 January 2006, to Israel, hosted by Conservative Friends of Israel (CFI). CFI contributed the costs of flights, accommodation and some meals. The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs contributed to the cost of travel inside Israel and some meals. (Registered 18 January 2006)
- 9-19 April 2006, to Cyprus on family visit. Travel provided by Democratic Rally UK and accommodation by the Greek Cypriot Brotherhood. (Registered 2 May 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 6-8 August 2005, accommodation for my wife and me and tickets for F.A. Community Shield in Cardiff, following Parliamentary challenge football tournament. (Registered 13 October 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 24-30 July 2005, to Mozambique, to support the work of World Vision in assisting children orphaned by AIDS. Economy flights and accommodation paid for by World Vision UK. (Registered 13 October 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 1-9 April 2006, to India with Labour Friends of India. International travel provided by the Confederation of Indian Industry and all accommodation, domestic travel and hospitality provided by the Government of India. (Registered 11 April 2006)
| - 1-9 April 2006, to India with Labour Friends of India. International travel provided by the Confederation of Indian Industry and all accommodation, domestic travel and hospitality provided by the Government of India. (Registered 11 April 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Occasional articles for The Guardian. (Up to £5,000)
- Consultant in relation to the non-UK commercial activities of Consolidated Contractors International Co., an international construction company founded in Lebanon with its head office now in Athens.
- Fee for speech to the Ukrainian Investment Summit on 23 May 2006 organised by Adam Smith Conferences. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 24 May 2006)
| - Consultant in relation to the non-UK commercial activities of Consolidated Contractors International Co., an international construction company founded in Lebanon with its head office now in Athens.
- Fee for speech to the Ukrainian Investment Summit on 23 May 2006 organised by Adam Smith Conferences. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 24 May 2006)
- Fee for an article in the Sunday Telegraph. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 20 September 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 6-10 December 2005, to Montreal, Canada, to attend the United Nations Climate Change conference in my capacity as Co-Chair of the International Taskforce. Costs of travel and accommodation paid for by the promoters of the Taskforce. (Registered 15 December 2005)
- 508 March 2006, to Delhi, as part of the Institute of Public Policy Research (IPPR) project 'India 2006'. Costs of travel and accommodation paid for by the IPPR. (Registered 14 March 2006)
- 7-9 June 2006, to Mexico City, to attend the Dialogue on Climate Change, clean energy and sustainable development established at the Gleneagles G8 Summit. Travel and hotel costs paid by the governments of Mexico and the United Kingdom. (Registered 13 June 2006)
- 23-25 June 2006, to Odessa, Ukraine, to speak at and attend a Bergedorf Round Table. Travel and accommodation paid by the Körber Foundation. (Registered 28 June 2006)
- 13-16 July 2006, to Yalta, Ukraine, to attend the annual conference of the Yalta European Strategy. Travel and accommodation paid by Yalta European Strategy Ltd. (Registered 18 July 2006)
| - 6-10 December 2005, to Montreal, Canada, to attend the United Nations Climate Change conference in my capacity as Co-Chair of the International Taskforce. Costs of travel and accommodation paid for by the promoters of the Taskforce. (Registered 15 December 2005)
- 508 March 2006, to Delhi, as part of the Institute of Public Policy Research (IPPR) project 'India 2006'. Costs of travel and accommodation paid for by the IPPR. (Registered 14 March 2006)
- 7-9 June 2006, to Mexico City, to attend the Dialogue on Climate Change, clean energy and sustainable development established at the Gleneagles G8 Summit. Travel and hotel costs paid by the governments of Mexico and the United Kingdom. (Registered 13 June 2006)
- 23-25 June 2006, to Odessa, Ukraine, to speak at and attend a Bergedorf Round Table. Travel and accommodation paid by the Körber Foundation. (Registered 28 June 2006)
- 13-16 July 2006, to Yalta, Ukraine, to attend the annual conference of the Yalta European Strategy. Travel and accommodation paid by Yalta European Strategy Ltd. (Registered 18 July 2006)
- 25-29 October 2006, to Beijing, for a meeting of the Gleneagles dialogue on climate change, clean energy and sustainable development. Travel and hotel costs paid by GLOBE, an alliance of international legislators. (Registered 1 November 2006)
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8. Land and Property |
- Commercial property in Forest Hall, Newcastle, from which rental income is received.
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Donations to my constituency party received from:
- Rachel Smith (Mrs Cable)
- Aida Kenny (Cable)
- Lord Jacobs
- Ros Maddalena (constituent)
- (Registered 28 October 2005)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Fees from BBC. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 17 October 2005)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Abbey Business Centres Ltd
- Mr Alasdair J C Currie (personal donation)
- Mr Anthony Wigram (personal donation)
- Mr Mike Balfour (personal donation)
- Mr John Kenny (personal donation)
- Tamares Real Estate Investments UK Ltd
- Mr Tim Carrington (personal donation)
- Mr Jonathan Green, a retired businessman from London (personal donation)
- Mr Dominic Vail (personal donation)
- Jamie Borwick (personal donation)
- (Registered 26 October 2005)
- Firoka (Heythrop Park) Ltd
- Historical Portraits Ltd
- (Registered 31 October 2005)
- Eldesfield Consulting Ltd
- (Registered 1 November 2005)
- Mr Rodney Leach, of London (personal donation)
- Mr James McNaught-Davis, of London (personal donation)
- Tufton Services Ltd, London
- Murphshore Ltd, London
- Daniel Janner QC, of London (personal donation)
- (Registered 2 November 2005)
- (Registered 7 November 2005)
- (Registered 9 November 2005)
- (Registered 24 November 2005)
- (Registered 5 December 2005)
- Tangent Industries Ltd
- CMS Chemicals Ltd (previously registered as personal donation from Michael Peagram)
- Lord Chadlington of Dean (personal donation)
- Mrs S M Anstey (personal donation)
- Mr Dominic Casserley (personal donation)
- Insinger de Beaufort
- Mr James Lyle (personal donation)
- Intercapital Private Group
- Lord Sainsbury of Preston Candover (personal donation)
- Mr Peter Czernin (personal donation)
- Mr Trevor Pears (personal donation)
- Border Harvesters Ltd (personal donation)
- (Registered 26 October 2005)
- London and Regional Properties Ltd
- (Registered 31 October 2005)
- (Registered 7 November 2005)
- (Registered 9 November 2005)
- (Registered 13 December 2005)
- During the 2005 Conservative Party Conference, Paddy Gillford, of London, hosted a party for me. (Registered 19 December 2005)
- (Registered 23 March 2006)
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- (Registered 9 November 2005)
- (Registered 24 November 2005)
- (Registered 5 December 2005)
- (Registered 7 November 2005)
- (Registered 9 November 2005)
- (Registered 13 December 2005)
- During the 2005 Conservative Party Conference, Paddy Gillford, of London, hosted a party for me. (Registered 19 December 2005)
- (Registered 23 March 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 2 October 2005, helicopter flight from London to Dewsbury to Blackpool for party conference, provided by David Instance, Sellinge, Ashford. (Registered 17 October 2005)
- 6 October 2005, plane flight from Blackpool to London provided by Michael Spencer. (Registered 17 October 2005)
- 13 October 2005, helicopter flight to and from Newcastle and London from JJ Gallagher Estates. (Registered 17 October 2005)
- In my role as the Shadow Education Minister, Member of Parliament for Witney and Conservative Party leadership candidate, I have had occasional use of a helicopter from Harris Ventures Ltd, Orpington, Kent. (Registered 28 November 2005)
- In my role as Shadow Education Minister, Member of Parliament for Witney and Conservative Party Leadership candidate I have had occasional use of a private plane from Finsbury Sailing LLP, London, for official engagements. (Registered 28 November 2005)
- 12 December 2005, gift of a Christmas hamper from Lord Harris of Peckham. (Registered 12 December 2005)
- 21 May 2006, my wife and I attended a World Cup party given by Victoria and David Beckham for charity; we were the guests of Rebekah Wade, the Editor of the 'Sun' newspaper. (Registered 23 May 2006)
- 24 August 2006, upgrade from Business Class to First Class on a British Airways flight from Johannesburg Airport to London Heathrow. (Registered 30 August 2006)
| - In my role as the Shadow Education Minister, Member of Parliament for Witney and Conservative Party leadership candidate, I have had occasional use of a helicopter from Harris Ventures Ltd, Orpington, Kent. (Registered 28 November 2005)
- In my role as Shadow Education Minister, Member of Parliament for Witney and Conservative Party Leadership candidate I have had occasional use of a private plane from Finsbury Sailing LLP, London, for official engagements. (Registered 28 November 2005)
- 12 December 2005, gift of a Christmas hamper from Lord Harris of Peckham. (Registered 12 December 2005)
- Community Security Trust, a charity.
- 21 May 2006, my wife and I attended a World Cup party given by Victoria and David Beckham for charity; we were the guests of Rebekah Wade, the Editor of the 'Sun' newspaper. (Registered 23 May 2006)
- 24 August 2006, upgrade from Business Class to First Class on a British Airways flight from Johannesburg Airport to London Heathrow. (Registered 30 August 2006)
- 27 September 2006, helicopter flight from London to Brecqhou, and return, to meet with Sir David and Sir Frederick Barclay, provided by Aidan Barclay of Ellerman Investments Limited, London. (Registered 20 October 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 22 March 2006, to Prague for meeting with ODS (Civic Democratic Party). Return flight provided by Flying Lion Ltd. (Registered 22 May 2006)
- 20 June 2006, return flight to Germany for World Cup match, provided by David Ross, a businessman from London. (Registered 21 June 2006)
- 28 June 2006, to Prague for meeting with ODS (Civic Democratic Party). Return flight provided by Jonathan Green, a retired businessman from London. (Registered 29 June 2006)
- 3-7 September 2006, official visit to India. International flights provided by Michael Spencer. Internal flights provided by Michael Spencer and JCB. Upgrade on outward flight provided by British Airways. (Accommodation provided by the Conservative Party for one night and by the British High Commissioner for two nights.) (Registered 19 September 2006)
| - 22 March 2006, to Prague for meeting with ODS (Civic Democratic Party). Return flight provided by Flying Lion Ltd. (Registered 22 May 2006)
- 20 June 2006, return flight to Germany for World Cup match, provided by David Ross, a businessman from London. (Registered 21 June 2006)
- 28 June 2006, to Prague for meeting with ODS (Civic Democratic Party). Return flight provided by Jonathan Green, a retired businessman from London. (Registered 29 June 2006)
- 3-7 September 2006, official visit to India. International flights provided by Michael Spencer. Internal flights provided by Michael Spencer and JCB. Upgrade on outward flight provided by British Airways. (Accommodation provided by the Conservative Party for one night and by the British High Commissioner for two nights.) (Registered 19 September 2006)
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7. Overseas benefits and gifts |
- Gift of a Christmas hamper from His Majesty the Sultan of Brunei. (Registered 14 December 2005)
- Gifts of two rugs; one from the President of Afghanistan and one from the Defence Minister of Afghanistan. (Registered 15 August 2006)
| - Gift of a Christmas hamper from His Majesty the Sultan of Brunei. (Registered 14 December 2005)
- Gifts of two rugs; one from the President of Afghanistan and one from the Defence Minister of Afghanistan. (Registered 15 August 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Fee for speech made near Zurich for the Civil Society Association. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 12 December 2005)
- Advance under contract with Hodder & Stoughton for autobiographical book. (£35,001-£40,000) (Registered 28 June 2006)
| - Fee for speech made near Zurich for the Civil Society Association. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 12 December 2005)
- Advance under contract with Hodder & Stoughton for autobiographical book. (£35,001-£40,000) (Registered 28 June 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- (Registered 16 February 2006)
- (Registered 24 April 2006)
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- (Registered 24 April 2006)
- The Joseph Rowntree Reform Trust Ltd provides assistance to me in my capacity as Leader of the Liberal Democrat Party. Projects so far sponsored are:
- Computer equipment for my office
- Training for the Liberal Democrat Shadow Cabinet
- (Registered 6 November 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 5-7 October 2005, to Azerbaijan, on behalf of the John Smith Foundation and the British Council; fares paid by Foundation and Council and accommodation provided by British Embassy. (Registered 28 October 2005)
- 3 July 2006, my wife and I were guests of the All England Club at Wimbledon for the 2006 Tennis Championship. (Registered 11 July 2006)
| - 3 July 2006, my wife and I were guests of the All England Club at Wimbledon for the 2006 Tennis Championship. (Registered 11 July 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 28-29 October 2005, to Switzerland, to give keynote speech at conference of Civil Society Association of Switzerland at Wolfsberg Centre near Zurich. Fee (Up to £5,000), fares and accommodation provided by the Civil Society Association. (Registered 1 November 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 8-13 January 2006, to Israel, hosted by Conservative Friends of Israel (CFI). CFI contributed the cost of flights, accommodation and some meals. The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs contributed to the costs of travel inside Israel and some meals. (Registered 24 January 2006)
| - 8-13 January 2006, to Israel, hosted by Conservative Friends of Israel (CFI). CFI contributed the cost of flights, accommodation and some meals. The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs contributed to the costs of travel inside Israel and some meals. (Registered 24 January 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Consultant to Halliwells; solicitors. (£20,001-£25,000 plus bonus)
| - Consultant to Halliwells; solicitors. (£20,001-£25,000 plus bonus)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
| | - I am a member of the parliamentary rock group 'MP4' with Kevin Brennan MP, Greg Knight MP and Pete Wishart MP. Sponsorship of group equipment hire, rehearsal space etc by Freshwater Marketing Communications.
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6. Overseas visits |
| | - 5-8 October 2006, to Moldova with the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Moldova. Accommodation, transport and some meals were provided by the Moldovan Parliament. (Registered 20 October 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Categories of business underwritten for open years: All.
| - Categories of business underwritten for open years: All.
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6. Overseas visits |
- 8-13 January 2006, to Israel, hosted by Conservative Friends of Israel (CFI). CFI contributed the cost of flights, accommodation and some meals. The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs contributed to the costs of travel inside Israel and some meals. (Registered 17 July 2006)
| - 8-13 January 2006, to Israel, hosted by Conservative Friends of Israel (CFI). CFI contributed the cost of flights, accommodation and some meals. The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs contributed to the costs of travel inside Israel and some meals. (Registered 17 July 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 1-9 January 2006, to India with Conservative Friends of India, to discuss economic and industrial policy issues. Visits to Delhi, Mumbai and Jaipur. Travel and accommodation expenses met by the Government of India and Confederation of Indian Industry. (Registered 9 February 2006)
| - 1-9 January 2006, to India with Conservative Friends of India, to discuss economic and industrial policy issues. Visits to Delhi, Mumbai and Jaipur. Travel and accommodation expenses met by the Government of India and Confederation of Indian Industry. (Registered 9 February 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Occasional appearances on BBC1 This Week programme (until March 2006). (Up to £5,000)
- 22 and 29 November 2005, fee for speaking at two A Level Conferences, organised by Philip Alan Updates. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 20 December 2005)
- 2 December 2005, fee for book review for Daily Mail newspaper. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 20 December 2005)
- 7 March 2006, fee for speech to clients of West LB. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 13 March 2006)
- Programmes on jazz for BBC Radio 4. (Registered 13 March 2006)
- Advance payment of half of fee for a speech to be given in October 2006 to the Irish Auctioneers' and Valuers' Institute. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 13 March 2006)
| - Occasional appearances on BBC1 This Week programme (until March 2006). (Up to £5,000)
- 22 and 29 November 2005, fee for speaking at two A Level Conferences, organised by Philip Alan Updates. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 20 December 2005)
- 2 December 2005, fee for book review for Daily Mail newspaper. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 20 December 2005)
- 7 March 2006, fee for speech to clients of West LB. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 13 March 2006)
- Programmes on jazz for BBC Radio 4. (Registered 13 March 2006)
- Fee for a speech to be given in October 2006 to the Irish Auctioneers' and Valuers' Institute, in Dublin, who are also paying for my flight and accommodation. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 13 March 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- I have received the following registrable donations to my campaign for election as Leader of the Conservative Party:
- Lord Tugendhat
- Sir David Scholey
- Colmore Trust Ltd
- Sir Michael Bishop
- Mark Robbins
- Omar Din
- Philip Mould
- (Registered 29 September 2005)
- Peter Hall (private donation)
- Zahid Iqbal (private donation)
- Dr R Chandran (private donation)
- Cubitt Consulting (company donation)
- Sir Christopher Gent (private donation)
- Michael Stubbs (private donation)
- Lord Leonard Steinberg (private donation from peer)
- Algy Cluff (private donation)
- (Registered 18 October 2005)
- Iain Hutchinson (private donation) (Registered 27 October 2005)
- I have also received other donations of amounts below the threshold for registration.
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6. Overseas visits |
- 7-10 June 2006, to Ottawa, Canada, to attend a Bilderberg Conference. The hotel bill for my stay was paid by the Canadian sponsors of the Conference. (I paid all my own expenses and travel.) (Registered 4 July 2006)
| - 7-10 June 2006, to Ottawa, Canada, to attend a Bilderberg Conference. The hotel bill for my stay was paid by the Canadian sponsors of the Conference. (I paid all my own expenses and travel.) (Registered 4 July 2006)
- 18 October 2006, to Frankfurt, Germany, for speaking engagement for the European Central Bank. Flight and overnight accommodation paid by the European Central Bank. No fee paid. (Registered 20 October 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Consultant to Beachcroft LLP; commercial law firm. (£25,001-£30,000)
| - Consultant to Beachcroft LLP; commercial law firm. (£25,001-£30,000)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Printing of stationery and newsletters carried out by Unison Labour Link. (Registered 15 March 2006)
- Printing of constituency newsletter carried out by GMB Union. (Registered 24 July 2006)
| - Printing of stationery and newsletters carried out by Unison Labour Link. (Registered 15 March 2006)
- Printing of constituency newsletter carried out by GMB Union. (Registered 24 July 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 6 December 2005, I and two others attended the Chelsea-Liverpool European Champions League match as guests of Chelsea Football Club. (Registered 29 June 2006)
| - 6 December 2005, I and two others attended the Chelsea-Liverpool European Champions League match as guests of Chelsea Football Club. (Registered 29 June 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Donation to my constituency party at General Election 2005 from the Tom Clarke Trust Fund (Registered 30 September 2005)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Fortnightly article for Guardian Unlimited. (Up to £5,000)
| - Fortnightly article for Guardian Unlimited. (Up to £5,000)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- (Registered 14 March 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 17-21 November 2005, to Israel and the occupied territories, to meet officials and politicians and to be briefed on the situation in the Region. The expenses for the trip were paid for by the Council for Arab British Understanding ( CAABU). (Registered 22 November2005)
| - 17-21 November 2005, to Israel and the occupied territories, to meet officials and politicians and to be briefed on the situation in the Region. The expenses for the trip were paid for by the Council for Arab British Understanding ( CAABU). (Registered 22 November2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 2-8 September 2006, to the Republic of Korea to meet Government Ministers, Korean parliamentarians and companies in Korea, and to visit the border with North Korea at Panmunjom. (Registered 15 September 2006)
| - 2-8 September 2006, to the Republic of Korea to meet Government Ministers, Korean parliamentarians and companies in Korea, and to visit the border with North Korea at Panmunjom. Travel and accommodation were funded jointly by the Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade and by the Korean National Assembly. (Registered 15 September 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Donations to my constituency party received from Communication Workers' Union. (Registered 26 September 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 24-27 August 2005, to Canada, to discuss the place of nuclear power operation in a balanced energy policy. All costs paid by AECL Ltd and the Commission for Nuclear Energy of Canada. (Registered 26 September 2005)
- 22-26 August 2006, to Stavanger, Norway, to visit Offshore Northern Seas (ONS) conference and exhibition, with the British Offshore Oil and Gas Industry All-Party Parliamentary Group. Overseas flights, hotel accommodation, local transport and hospitality sponsored by the UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), Shell, Chevron, BP, Exxon Mobil and Statoil. (Registered 19 September 2006)
| - 22-26 August 2006, to Stavanger, Norway, to visit Offshore Northern Seas (ONS) conference and exhibition, with the British Offshore Oil and Gas Industry All-Party Parliamentary Group. Overseas flights, hotel accommodation, local transport and hospitality sponsored by the UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), Shell, Chevron, BP, Exxon Mobil and Statoil. (Registered 19 September 2006)
- 4-10 September 2006, to Rwanda and Kenya to investigate the methods and progress in the programme to combat tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS under the Global Fund programmes, with Results (UK). Overseas flights, internal flights, food and accommodation paid for directly by Results (UK), an independent advocacy organisation working in the field of international development. (Registered 24 September2006)
- 4-10 October 2006, to Peru, to investigate the impact on the local environment and population of a proposal to create a copper mine in the north of Peru. Overseas flights, internal flights and travel, food and accommodation provided by Peru Support Group, an independent information and advocacy group funded by NGOs. (Registered 24 October 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Financial support for a research assistant fees met by Regent Square Estate Limited. (Registered 26 September 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
- April 2006, five-day visit to Egypt with UK-Egypt All-Party Parliamentary Group, to further political relations between the UK and Egypt. I was accompanied by my wife and our visit was made at the invitation and expense of the Egyptian Government. (Registered 21 April 2006)
| - April 2006, five-day visit to Egypt with UK-Egypt All-Party Parliamentary Group, to further political relations between the UK and Egypt. I was accompanied by my wife and our visit was made at the invitation and expense of the Egyptian Government. (Registered 21 April 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Parliamentary adviser, with particular emphasis on environmental issues, to DSM Demolition Ltd. and its associated companies. (£5,001-£10,000)
| - Parliamentary adviser, with particular emphasis on environmental issues, to DSM Demolition Ltd. and its associated companies. (£5,001-£10,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 11-16 September 2005, to Israel and Palestinian Territories, for research, with Labour Friends of Israel (LFI). Travel and hospitality provided by LFI. Accommodation provided by LFI at a rate discounted through the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Some hospitality provided by the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Palestinian Legislative Council/Palestinian Authority. Travel within Israel provided by the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs and LFI. (Registered 26 October 2005)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- Two tickets for men's finals at Wimbledon provided courtesy of BBC Sport. (Registered 20 July 2006)
| - Two tickets for men's finals at Wimbledon provided courtesy of BBC Sport. (Registered 20 July 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Lectures for Civil Service College. (Up to £5,000)
| - Lectures for Civil Service College. (Up to £5,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
| | - 2-6 March, to Mumbai, to attend 'Peace Mumbai', a peace conference of representatives of civil society in all South Asian nations, organised by Focus on the Global South, who paid for my travel and accommodation. (Registered 31 October 2006)
- 24-28 March 2006, to Karachi, to attend the World Social Forum. I was a guest of the WSF organisers who provided air fare and accommodation. (Registered 31 October 2006)
- 28 July-3 August 2006, to Democratic Republic of Congo, as an election observer with the European and Congolese NGO team. My travel and accommodation was paid for by Christian Aid. (Registered 31 October 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Quarterly article for First Magazine, entitled Parliamentary Round-up or Westminster View. (Up to £5,000)
- Chairman and Life President of the House Magazine, in which capacity I chair Advisory Board meetings, host special functions, write articles and liaise with editorial team. (£25,001-£30,000)
- Public affairs and parliamentary adviser to Machinery Users' Association, which advises its members on the rating of industrial plant and machinery. (£5,001-£10,000)
- Regular participant in "Parliamentary Questions" BBC radio programme. I receive a fee of £265 for each of six programmes a year. (Up to £5,000)
- Occasional chairing and speaking at seminars arranged by Westminster Explained. (Up to £5,000)
| - Quarterly article for First Magazine, entitled Parliamentary Round-up or Westminster View. (Up to £5,000)
- Chairman and Life President of the House Magazine, in which capacity I chair Advisory Board meetings, host special functions, write articles and liaise with editorial team. (£25,001-£30,000)
- Public affairs and parliamentary adviser to Machinery Users' Association, which advises its members on the rating of industrial plant and machinery. (£5,001-£10,000)
- Regular participant in "Parliamentary Questions" BBC radio programme. I receive a fee of £265 for each of six programmes a year. (Up to £5,000)
- Occasional chairing and speaking at seminars arranged by Westminster Explained. (Up to £5,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 29 August-2 September 2005, to India. Hotel accommodation provided by the Government of India. Flights paid for by Dr Liam Fox's office from a donation by Mr Stanley Fink, a businessman from Middlesex. (Registered 20 October 2005)
- 11-15 June 2006, to Israel, to look at recent developments in the Israel-Palestine peace process, including the construction and operation of the Security Barrier, and to build links with Israeli and Palestinian representatives. The visit was hosted by Conservative Friends of Israel (CFI), who contributed the cost of flights, accommodation and some meals. The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Official Guests Department) contributed to the costs of travel inside Israel, some accommodation and meals. (Registered 20 June 2006)
| - 11-15 June 2006, to Israel, to look at recent developments in the Israel-Palestine peace process, including the construction and operation of the Security Barrier, and to build links with Israeli and Palestinian representatives. The visit was hosted by Conservative Friends of Israel (CFI), who contributed the cost of flights, accommodation and some meals. The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Official Guests Department) contributed to the costs of travel inside Israel, some accommodation and meals. (Registered 20 June 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 8-13 September 2005, to Gibraltar, to attend National Day celebrations. Flight and accommodation paid for by the Gibraltar Government. (Registered 17 October 2005)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- Car parking permit for County Hall, Wakefield, provided by Wakefield Metropolitan District Council. (Registered 31 March 2006)
| - Car parking permit for County Hall, Wakefield, provided by Wakefield Metropolitan District Council. (Registered 31 March 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 18-24 February 2006, to Pakistan and Kashmir, with the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Kashmir, to visit earthquake zone. Flight and accommodation paid for by the Pakistan Government. (Registered 25 April 2006)
- 1-8 April 2006, to Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, on a visit of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on the Great Lakes Region and Genocide Prevention. External and internal flights, accommodation, food and expenses covered by the APPG, who received funding for the visit from Save the Children, Christian Aid, Tearfund, the Rainforest Foundation, CAFOD, Amnesty International and Airserv. Sky TV accompanied the trip and contributed to the cost of the air charter and The Independent newspaper made a contribution to cover the costs of their correspondent who accompanied the visit. (Registered 25 April 2006)
| - 18-24 February 2006, to Pakistan and Kashmir, with the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Kashmir, to visit earthquake zone. Flight and accommodation paid for by the Pakistan Government. (Registered 25 April 2006)
- 1-8 April 2006, to Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, on a visit of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on the Great Lakes Region and Genocide Prevention. External and internal flights, accommodation, food and expenses covered by the APPG, who received funding for the visit from Save the Children, Christian Aid, Tearfund, the Rainforest Foundation, CAFOD, Amnesty International and Airserv. Sky TV accompanied the trip and contributed to the cost of the air charter and The Independent newspaper made a contribution to cover the costs of their correspondent who accompanied the visit. (Registered 25 April 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Donation to my constituency party from:
- Waging Peace
- Andrew Dundas (personal donation from constituent)
- (Registered 24 October 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
| | - 3-17 April 2006, to California, USA, to speak to students, academics, politicians and churchmen about human rights and politics (with particular reference to the special relationship between the UK and the USA). Travel and accommodation expenses were met by Pacific University, Stockton, California. (Registered 6 November 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 11-16 September 2005, to Romania, as a member of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on European Union Enlargement. Accommodation and travel within Romania paid by Romanian Government. (Registered 6 October 2005)
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1. Remunerated directorships |
- Chairman, Dairy UK (from 1 August 2005). (£35,001-£40,000)
| - Chairman, Dairy UK (from 1 August 2005). (£35,001-£40,000)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Column for Local Government Chronicle. (Up to £5,000)
- Column for Yorkshire Post. (Up to £5,000)
| - Column for Local Government Chronicle. (Up to £5,000)
- Column for Yorkshire Post. (Up to £5,000)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Donations to my constituency party received from:
- Ian Montrose (personal donation from constituent)
- Christopher Nicholson (personal donation from constituent)
- (Registered 26 October 2005)
- Delivery of a leaflet, with my annual report, paid for by The Bentalls Centre plc, Kingston upon Thames. (Registered 26 October 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 27 May-2 June 2006, to Seoul, South Korea, to strengthen links between Kingston and Korea and meet officials and representatives relevant to my trade and industry portfolio. The trip was paid for by the South Korean Government (Korean Foundation). (Registered 14 June 2006)
| - 27 May-2 June 2006, to Seoul, South Korea, to strengthen links between Kingston and Korea and meet officials and representatives relevant to my trade and industry portfolio. The trip was paid for by the South Korean Government (Korean Foundation). (Registered 14 June 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 1-7 January 2006, with a group of parliamentarians from the All-Party Parliamentary British-Taiwan Group, as a guest of the Government of Taiwan. (Registered 11 January 2006)
| - 1-7 January 2006, with a group of parliamentarians from the All-Party Parliamentary British-Taiwan Group, as a guest of the Government of Taiwan. (Registered 11 January 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 16-17 September 2005, to Berlin with the Friedrich-Ebert Stiftung to observe the German elections. Travel and accommodation costs were met by the FES Foundation. (Registered 17 October 2005)
| - 10-15 September 2006, to Israel and Palestine with Labour Friends of Israel (LFI). Travel and hospitality paid for by LFI. Accommodation paid for by LFI at a rate discounted through the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Some hospitality provided by the Palestinian Legislative Council/Palestinian Authority. Travel within Israel/Palestine provided by LFI. Some travel within Israel provided by the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs. (Registered 29 September 2006)
- 2-8 September 2006, to Taiwan, as a member of a parliamentary delegation. Travel and accommodation paid for by the Government of Taiwan. (Registered 13 October 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- December 2005, my wife and I were guests of Coral Eurobet for a day at Chepstow Races. (Registered 19 January 2006)
| - December 2005, my wife and I were guests of Coral Eurobet for a day at Chepstow Races. (Registered 19 January 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 11-15 June 2006, to Israel, hosted by Conservative Friends of Israel (CFI). CFI contributed the cost of flights, accommodation and some meals. The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Official Guest Department) contributed to the costs of travel inside Israel, some accommodation and some meals. (Registered 11 July 2006)
| - 11-15 June 2006, to Israel, hosted by Conservative Friends of Israel (CFI). CFI contributed the cost of flights, accommodation and some meals. The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Official Guest Department) contributed to the costs of travel inside Israel, some accommodation and some meals. (Registered 11 July 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- I attended the Cheltenham Festival races as a guest of Channel 4. (Registered 22 March 2006)
| - I attended the Cheltenham Festival races as a guest of Channel 4. (Registered 22 March 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Parliamentary Consultant to the Chartered Institute of Taxation.(£5,001-£10,000)
| - Parliamentary Consultant to the Chartered Institute of Taxation.(£5,001-£10,000)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Richard Mintz, of Anglo Scottish Properties
- Mr Frederick Forsyth, author
- Mr Neil Ashley, a businessman involved in business services and property
- Mr Robin Birley, of Annabel's
- Mr Anthony Bamford, of JC Bamford
- (Registered 28 October 2005)
- (Registered 16 December 2005)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- The Guardian (Up to £5,000)
- The Independent (Up to £5,000)
- CPMS (Centre for Management and Policy Studies (Up to £5,000)
- One-off consultancy with AXA to advise on a research project and publication on employer pension provision. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 11 July 2006)
- One-off consultancy with the Social Market Foundation to advise on a research project and publication on equity release. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 11 July 2006)
| - The Guardian (Up to £5,000)
- The Independent (Up to £5,000)
- CPMS (Centre for Management and Policy Studies (Up to £5,000)
- One-off consultancy with AXA to advise on a research project and publication on employer pension provision. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 11 July 2006)
- One-off consultancy with the Social Market Foundation to advise on a research project and publication on equity release. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 11 July 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 4-9 October 2005, study visit to Cyprus as Vice-Chair of Friends of Cyprus Group. Three nights' accommodation, meals and use of car and driver for official visits provided by the Cyprus House of Representatives. Two nights' accommodation and meals provided by the Municipality of Morphou. (Registered 10 October 2005)
| - 3-8 October 2006, to Cyprus, leading a delegation study visit looking at the Cyprus problem, UN and EU initiatives, visiting politicians and civil society on both sides of the Green Line; and to attend and speak at the annual Morphou rally. Accommodation for three nights and use of car and driver provided by the Cyprus House of Representatives; accommodation for two nights provided by the Morphou Municipality. (Air fare met from House of Commons European visits allowance.) (Registered 9 October 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Categories of business: marine, non-marine, aviation and motor.
| - Categories of business: marine, non-marine, aviation and motor.
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 14 October 2005, one day's shooting, courtesy of Tensor plc. (Registered 2 November 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 8-11 September 2005, to Gibraltar to attend National Day celebrations as part of the delegation from the All-Party Parliamentary Gibraltar Group, as guests of the Gibraltar Government. (Registered 18 October 2005)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Fees from GMTV. (Up to £5,000)
- Fees from The Guardian. (Up to £5,000)
- Fees from The Independent. (Up to £5,000)
- Fee for appearances on LBC. (Up to £5,000)
- Fee for article in Mail on Sunday. (Up to £5,000)
- Fee for article in the Daily Mirror. (Up to £5,000)
| - Fees from GMTV. (Up to £5,000)
- Fees from The Guardian. (Up to £5,000)
- Fees from The Independent. (Up to £5,000)
- Fee for appearances on LBC. (Up to £5,000)
- Fee for article in Mail on Sunday. (Up to £5,000)
- Fee for article in the Daily Mirror. (Up to £5,000)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Guest lectures to the University of North Texas, USA. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 21 March 2006)
| - Guest lectures to the University of North Texas, USA. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 21 March 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
| | - 23 July-4 August 2006, to China, to visit the City of Qingzhou to develop cultural and educational links with the City of Lisburn, including a meeting with HM Ambassador in Beijing. Air travel (economy) and accommodation costs paid for by the Qingzhou Overseas Institute and the Municipal Government of Qingzhou City. (Registered 20 September 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 11-15 June 2006, to Israel hosted by Conservative Friends of Israel (CFI). CFI contributed the costs of flights, accommodation and some meals. The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Official Guests Department) contributed to the costs of travel inside Israel, some accommodation and meals. (Registered 29 June 2006)
| - 11-15 June 2006, to Israel hosted by Conservative Friends of Israel (CFI). CFI contributed the costs of flights, accommodation and some meals. The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Official Guests Department) contributed to the costs of travel inside Israel, some accommodation and meals. (Registered 29 June 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 1-7 January 2006, to Taiwan, with group of parliamentarians from All-Party British-Taiwanese Group, as guest of Taiwanese Government. (Registered 11 January 2006)
| - 1-7 January 2006, to Taiwan, with group of parliamentarians from All-Party British-Taiwanese Group, as guest of Taiwanese Government. (Registered 11 January 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 30 August-7 September 2005, to Pakistan to study the plight of religious minorities, paid for by Christian Solidarity Worldwide. (Registered 22 November 2005)
- 5-11 October 2005, to Uganda with the All-Party Parliamentary Group on the Great Lakes and Genocide, to study conflict in Northern Uganda, paid for by the Northern Uganda Advocacy for Peace Project. (Registered 22 November 2005)
- 2-6 April 2006, to Nigeria, to study religious conflict, paid for by Christian Solidarity Worldwide. (Registered 20 April 2006)
| - 30 August-7 September 2005, to Pakistan to study the plight of religious minorities, paid for by Christian Solidarity Worldwide. (Registered 22 November 2005)
- 5-11 October 2005, to Uganda with the All-Party Parliamentary Group on the Great Lakes and Genocide, to study conflict in Northern Uganda, paid for by the Northern Uganda Advocacy for Peace Project. (Registered 22 November 2005)
- 2-6 April 2006, to Nigeria, to study religious conflict, paid for by Christian Solidarity Worldwide. (Registered 20 April 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- My website is designed and maintained by Local Life, a company based in my constituency. (Registered 29 March 2006)
- Second-hand air conditioning unit for my constituency office provided by Stockvale PLC, an entertainment group in my constituency. (Registered 18 July 2006)
| - My website is designed and maintained by Local Life, a company based in my constituency. (Registered 29 March 2006)
- Second-hand air conditioning unit for my constituency office provided by Stockvale PLC, an entertainment group in my constituency. (Registered 18 July 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
| | - Southend-on-Sea Borough Council provide me with a car parking season ticket for parking two cars around Southend, and a permit to park at Southend Civic Centre. (Registered 18 October 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Broadcasting fees from BBC. (Up to £5,000)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 8 July 2006, tickets to and hospitality at the Wimbledon Ladies Final as a guest of Barclays PLC. (Registered 10 July 2006)
| - 8 July 2006, tickets to and hospitality at the Wimbledon Ladies Final as a guest of Barclays PLC. (Registered 10 July 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 16-23 November 2005, to Oman to attend National Day celebrations, as a guest of the Government of the Sultanate of Oman. (Registered 24 November 2005)
- 31 December 2005-2 January 2006, to Oman as a guest of the Government of the Sultanate of Oman. (Registered 9 January 2006)
| - 16-23 November 2005, to Oman to attend National Day celebrations, as a guest of the Government of the Sultanate of Oman. (Registered 24 November 2005)
- 31 December 2005-2 January 2006, to Oman as a guest of the Government of the Sultanate of Oman. (Registered 9 January 2006)
- 18-23 September 2006, to Oman as a guest of the Government of the Sultanate of Oman. Flights to and from Oman were paid for by the Conservative Middle East Council. (Registered 26 September 2006)
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7. Overseas benefits and gifts |
- Gift of a pair of cufflinks from the Government of the Sultanate of Oman. (Registered 9 January 2006)
| - Gift of a pair of cufflinks from the Government of the Sultanate of Oman. (Registered 9 January 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 18-21 September 2005, to USA. Travel and accommodation costs met by Dr Liam Fox's office from a donation by Mr Michael Lewis, a businessman from London. I also received an upgrade from British Airways on my outbound flight and from Virgin on my return flight. (Registered 21 October 2005)
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- 6-10 January 2006, to Israel, to attend a conference of the International Council of Jewish Parliamentarians, who paid for my expenses. (Registered 17 January 2006)
| - 6-10 January 2006, to Israel, to attend a conference of the International Council of Jewish Parliamentarians, who paid for my expenses. (Registered 17 January 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 18-23 May 2006, to the United Arab Emirates with all-party delegation to meet Government representatives as guest of the Government of the UAE, who met the cost of flights and accommodation. (Registered 11 July 2006)
| - 18-23 May 2006, to the United Arab Emirates with all-party delegation to meet Government representatives as guest of the Government of the UAE, who met the cost of flights and accommodation. (Registered 11 July 2006)
- 9-11 September 2006, to Gibraltar, to attend National Day celebrations. All costs of fights and accommodation were met by the Government of Gibraltar. (Registered 10 October 2006)
- 18-29 September 2006, to Oman, Syria and Lebanon with the Conservative Middle East Council, with accommodation in Oman provided by the Government of Oman. (Registered 10 October 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- On visit to New York in November 2005 I was upgraded by Virgin Atlantic. (Registered 19 December 2005)
- On visit to India in January 2006 my flights both ways were upgraded courtesy of British Airways. (Registered 23 January 2006)
- 4 June 2006, upgrade by British Airways on one leg of flight from Tokyo to London, from Club Class to First Class. (Registered 6 July 2006)
| - On visit to New York in November 2005 I was upgraded by Virgin Atlantic. (Registered 19 December 2005)
- On visit to India in January 2006 my flights both ways were upgraded courtesy of British Airways. (Registered 23 January 2006)
- 4 June 2006, upgrade by British Airways on one leg of flight from Tokyo to London, from Club Class to First Class. (Registered 6 July 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 1-9 January 2006, to India with Conservative Friends of India, to discuss economic and industrial/commercial issues. Visits to Delhi, Mumbai, Bombay and Jaipur. Travel and accommodation expenses met by the Government of India and the Confederation of Indian Industry. (Registered 23 January 2006)
- 3-6 July 2006, to Montego Bay, as guest of Virgin Atlantic on the inaugural flight from Gatwick to Montego Bay. Flights and accommodation paid for by Virgin Atlantic. (Registered 6 July 2006)
| - 1-9 January 2006, to India with Conservative Friends of India, to discuss economic and industrial/commercial issues. Visits to Delhi, Mumbai, Bombay and Jaipur. Travel and accommodation expenses met by the Government of India and the Confederation of Indian Industry. (Registered 23 January 2006)
- 3-6 July 2006, to Montego Bay, as guest of Virgin Atlantic on the inaugural flight from Gatwick to Montego Bay. Flights and accommodation paid for by Virgin Atlantic. (Registered 6 July 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
| | - 16-23 September 2006, to Hong Kong, to assess developments since the handover to China in 1997. Fares and accommodation paid by Government of Hong Kong SAR. (Registered 16 October 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Regular column for PensionsWeek, a publication owned by Pearson. (Up to £5,000)
- Regular newspaper reviews for GMTV's Sunday Programme. (Up to £5,000)
- Occasional articles for the Daily Telegraph and Sunday Telegraph. (Up to £5,000)
- Occasional articles for the Times and Sunday Times. (Up to £5,000)
| - Regular column for PensionsWeek, a publication owned by Pearson. (Up to £5,000)
- Regular newspaper reviews for GMTV's Sunday Programme. (Up to £5,000)
- Occasional articles for the Daily Telegraph and Sunday Telegraph. (Up to £5,000)
- Occasional articles for the Times and Sunday Times. (Up to £5,000)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Member of Advisory Committee of the London School of Commerce. (£20,001-£25,000)
| - Member of Advisory Committee of the London School of Commerce. (£20,001-£25,000)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- January 2006, I received upgrades to business class on BA flights to and from India. (Registered 23 January 2006)
| - January 2006, I received upgrades to business class on BA flights to and from India. (Registered 23 January 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 1-9 January 2006, to India with Conservative Friends of India, to discuss economic and industrial/commercial issues. Visits to Delhi, Mumbai, Bombay and Jaipur. Travel and accommodation expenses met by the Government of India and the Confederation of Indian Industry. (Registered 23 January 2006)
- 27 May-4 June 2006, to Dhaka in Bangladesh, and Kuala Lumpur and Penang in Malaysia, to inaugurate colleges being run by the London School of Commerce (LSC). All travel and hotel accommodation was paid for by the LSC. (Registered 7 June 2006)
- 1-2 July 2006, I attended the World Cup quarter final match in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, as guests of betfair, who met the costs of travel, hospitality, accommodation and match tickets. (Registered 10 July 2006)
| - 1-9 January 2006, to India with Conservative Friends of India, to discuss economic and industrial/commercial issues. Visits to Delhi, Mumbai, Bombay and Jaipur. Travel and accommodation expenses met by the Government of India and the Confederation of Indian Industry. (Registered 23 January 2006)
- 27 May-4 June 2006, to Dhaka in Bangladesh, and Kuala Lumpur and Penang in Malaysia, to inaugurate colleges being run by the London School of Commerce (LSC). All travel and hotel accommodation was paid for by the LSC. (Registered 7 June 2006)
- 1-2 July 2006, I attended the World Cup quarter final match in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, as guests of betfair, who met the costs of travel, hospitality, accommodation and match tickets. (Registered 10 July 2006)
- 16-24 September 2006, to Hong Kong with the All-Party Parliamentary Group on China. Travel, accommodation and other sundry expenses paid for by the Chinese Government. (Registered 27 September 2006)
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- 18-22 February 2006, to Kashmir, to inspect relief and reconstruction work following the 2005 earthquake, paid for by the Government of Pakistan. (Registered 26 April 2006)
- 9-13 April 2006, to Qatar, to attend the Doha Conference on Democracy, paid for by Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs. (Registered 26 April 2006)
| - 18-22 February 2006, to Kashmir, to inspect relief and reconstruction work following the 2005 earthquake, paid for by the Government of Pakistan. (Registered 26 April 2006)
- 9-13 April 2006, to Qatar, to attend the Doha Conference on Democracy, paid for by Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs. (Registered 26 April 2006)
- 16-24 September 2006, to Hong Kong, with the All-Party Parliamentary Group on China, to study how the agreement following handover to China is working. Flights and accommodation paid for by the Hong Kong Government. (Registered 31 October 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- Tickets and hospitality for the FA Cup Semi-Final at Villa Park, Birmingham, and also hospitality for my wife and me at Upton Park for some matches, as guests of West Ham United. (Registered 22 May 2006)
| - Tickets and hospitality for the FA Cup Semi-Final at Villa Park, Birmingham, and also hospitality for my wife and me at Upton Park for some matches, as guests of West Ham United. (Registered 22 May 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Donations and value in kind was received by the Hastings and Rye CLP towards election expenses (generally) including assistance in the run-up to the May 2005 General Election from GMB and USDAW. (Registered 25 October 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 14-16 November 2005, to Bangalore in my capacity as Liberal Democrat spokesman on Culture, Media and Sport, to take part in inaugural flight. Travel and accommodation paid by British Airways. (Registered 1 December 2005)
| - 14-16 November 2005, to Bangalore in my capacity as Liberal Democrat spokesman on Culture, Media and Sport, to take part in inaugural flight. Travel and accommodation paid by British Airways. (Registered 1 December 2005)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Contributions to staffing and running of private office from:
- Cllr Michael Batt of Amersham, who is also Principal of SMAE Institute, Maidenhead
- Mr Patrick Crine, a businessman from Derbyshire
- (Registered 18 October 2005)
- Contributions to my Conservative Party leadership campaign:
- Mr Stanley Fink, a businessman from Middlesex
- Mr Michael Lewis, a businessman from London
- Mr Peter Baker, from Hertfordshire
- Mr Charles Wigoder, a businessman from London
- Lord (Irvine) Laidlaw, of Edinburgh
- Mr John Flack, from Essex
- PYV Group, based in the City of London
- (Registered 18 October 2005)
- Mr J Le Huquet, of Essex
- (Registered 26 October 2005)
| - Contributions to staffing and running of private office from Cllr Michael Batt of Amersham, who is also Principal of SMAE Institute, Maidenhead.
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6. Overseas visits |
- 26-28 July 2005, to Israel and Jordan, familiarisation visit in my capacity as Shadow Foreign Secretary. Hotel accommodation provided by Tel Aviv Hilton Hotel; flight transportation provided by Lord Ashcroft; in-country transportation and programme planning provided by the Government of Israel. (Registered 18 October 2005)
- 29 August-2 September 2005, to India with delegation of Members, familiarisation visit in my capacity as Shadow Foreign Secretary. Hotel accommodation provided by the Government of India. Cost of flights met by Mr Stanley Fink, a businessman from Middlesex. I received upgrade from Virgin Atlantic on flight from UK to India, and from British Airways on return flight from India to UK (Registered 18 October 2005)
- 18-21 September 2005, to US with delegation of Members, familiarisation visit to extend and improve links between British and American legislators in my capacity as Shadow Foreign Secretary. Costs of flights and hotel accommodation met by Mr Michael Lewis, a businessman from London. I received upgrade on flights to and from Washington from Virgin. (Registered 18 October 2005)
- 29 November-2 December 2005, to South Africa, familiarisation visit in my capacity as Shadow Foreign Secretary. I met my own flight and accommodation costs. I received upgrade from Virgin Atlantic on flight from UK to Johannesburg. (Registered 1 March 2006)
- 4-7 December 2005, to US, familiarisation visit in my capacity as Shadow Foreign Secretary. I met my own flight and accommodation costs. I received upgrade on flights to and from New York from Virgin Atlantic. (Registered 1 March 2006)
- 30 January-2 February 2006, to Muscat and Saudi Arabia, familiarisation visit in my capacity as Shadow Defence Secretary. Flight transportation provided by Lord Ashcroft. I met my own accommodation costs. (Registered 1 March 2006)
- 5-8 February 2006, to the US, familiarisation visit in my capacity as Shadow Defence Secretary. I met my own flight and accommodation costs. I received upgrade on flights to and from New York from Virgin Atlantic. (Registered 1 March 2006)
- 15-17 February 2006, to the US, familiarisation visit in my capacity as Shadow Defence Secretary. I met my own flight and accommodation costs. I received upgrade on flights to and from Washington from Virgin Atlantic. (Registered 1 March 2006)
- 29 May-5 June 2006, to Bangkok and Singapore, as part of an invitation to the International Institute of Strategic Studies 2006 Shangri-La Dialogue in my capacity as Shadow Defence Secretary. My flights and accommodation in Singapore were paid for by the IISS. (I met my own accommodation costs whilst in Bangkok.) (Registered 8 June 2006)
| - 29 November-2 December 2005, to South Africa, familiarisation visit in my capacity as Shadow Foreign Secretary. I met my own flight and accommodation costs. I received upgrade from Virgin Atlantic on flight from UK to Johannesburg. (Registered 1 March 2006)
- 4-7 December 2005, to US, familiarisation visit in my capacity as Shadow Foreign Secretary. I met my own flight and accommodation costs. I received upgrade on flights to and from New York from Virgin Atlantic. (Registered 1 March 2006)
- 30 January-2 February 2006, to Muscat and Saudi Arabia, familiarisation visit in my capacity as Shadow Defence Secretary. Flight transportation provided by Lord Ashcroft. I met my own accommodation costs. (Registered 1 March 2006)
- 5-8 February 2006, to the US, familiarisation visit in my capacity as Shadow Defence Secretary. I met my own flight and accommodation costs. I received upgrade on flights to and from New York from Virgin Atlantic. (Registered 1 March 2006)
- 15-17 February 2006, to the US, familiarisation visit in my capacity as Shadow Defence Secretary. I met my own flight and accommodation costs. I received upgrade on flights to and from Washington from Virgin Atlantic. (Registered 1 March 2006)
- 29 May-5 June 2006, to Bangkok and Singapore, as part of an invitation to the International Institute of Strategic Studies 2006 Shangri-La Dialogue in my capacity as Shadow Defence Secretary. My flights and accommodation in Singapore were paid for by the IISS. (I met my own accommodation costs whilst in Bangkok.) (Registered 8 June 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Donations to my constituency party from:
- Neil Chapman (personal donation)
- Rayleigh Association Westminster Club (Patrons' Club)
- (Registered 22 September 2005)
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3. Clients |
- Roadchef have been a client for some time through my management consultancy business. (£15,001-£20,000)
| - Roadchef have been a client for some time through my management consultancy business. (£15,001-£20,000)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Freelance consultant on media and presentation to Omni 2010 (Glasgow); PR company. (Up to £5,000)
| - Freelance consultant on media and presentation to Omni 2010 (Glasgow); PR company. (Up to £5,000)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Advance on 'I'm not the only one', published by Penguin. (£25,001-£30,000)
- Advance on the Fidel Castro Handbook from MQ publishers. (Up to £5,000)
- Series of 15 events organised by Clive Conway Ltd. (£10,001-£15,000)
- Fees from BBC for television appearances. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 1 November 2005)
- Fee from ITV for appearance on Frank Skinner Show. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 1 November 2005)
- Fee from RTE for appearance on Late Late Show. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 1 November 2005)
- Fee from Channel 5 for appearance on The Wright Stuff. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 1 November 2005)
- Fees for hosting a radio show every Saturday and Sunday on Talk Sport Radio. (£50,001-£55,000)
- Fee from Endemol UK for my appearance on Celebrity Big Brother. (£145,001-£150,000)
| - Advance on 'I'm not the only one', published by Penguin. (£25,001-£30,000)
- Advance on the Fidel Castro Handbook from MQ publishers. (Up to £5,000)
- Series of 15 events organised by Clive Conway Ltd. (£10,001-£15,000)
- Fees for hosting a radio show every Saturday and Sunday on Talk Sport Radio. (£50,001-£55,000)
- Fee from Endemol UK for my appearance on Celebrity Big Brother. (£145,001-£150,000) (Registered 3 March 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Donation received for election office rental fee and estate agent's fee from Mr M Zabadne, a personal friend. (Registered 1 November 2005)
| - Donation received for election office rental fee and estate agent's fee from Mr M Zabadne, a personal friend. (Registered 1 November 2005)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- Registrable donations to the George Galloway Legal Fund set up to support my legal actions against the Telegraph Group Limited and the Christian Science Monitor were received from:
- Mr M A Qavi, London (£1,000)
- Mr A S A Alothaim, London (£1,000)
- Miss F A Ahmed, Manchester (£800, repaid in 2005)
- Mr H Pinter, London (£2,000)
- (Registered 2 May 2006 )
| - Registrable donations to the George Galloway Legal Fund set up to support my legal actions against the Telegraph Group Limited and the Christian Science Monitor were received from:
- Mr M A Qavi, London (£1,000)
- Mr A S A Alothaim, London (£1,000)
- Miss F A Ahmed, Manchester (£800, repaid in 2005)
- Mr H Pinter, London (£2,000)
- (Registered 2 May 2006 )
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6. Overseas visits |
- September 2005, tour of US, paid for by MQ Publications and other progressive media and political organisations in the US. (Registered 1 November 2005)
- 14-17 December 2005, to Malaysia to attend a peace conference, accompanied by my PA. Flights and accommodation were provided by the Perdana Peace Foundation, a Malaysian NGO headed by former PM Dr Mahathir Mohammad. (Registered 3 January 2006)
| - 14-17 December 2005, to Malaysia to attend a peace conference, accompanied by my PA. Flights and accommodation were provided by the Perdana Peace Foundation, a Malaysian NGO headed by former PM Dr Mahathir Mohammad. (Registered 3 January 2006)
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10. Miscellaneous and unremunerated interests |
- In my legal actions against the Telegraph Group Limited and the Christian Science Monitor I was supported by the George Galloway Legal Fund.
| - In my legal actions against the Telegraph Group Limited and the Christian Science Monitor I was supported by the George Galloway Legal Fund.
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6. Overseas visits |
- 11-14 September 2005, to Chicago, to speak on International Criminal Court, hosted by Parliamentarians for Global Action who paid for my airfare and two nights' accommodation. (Registered 13 October 2005)
- 10-14 April 2006, to Qatar, to attend Doha Forum on Democracy, Development and Free Trade. Air fare and hotel accommodation paid for by the Government of Qatar. (Registered 21 April 2006)
| - 10-14 April 2006, to Qatar, to attend Doha Forum on Democracy, Development and Free Trade. Air fare and hotel accommodation paid for by the Government of Qatar. (Registered 21 April 2006)
- 2-8 September 2006, to the Republic of Korea to meet Government Ministers, Korean parliamentarians and companies in Korea, and also to visit the border with North Korea at Panmunjom. Travel and accommodation were funded jointly by the Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade and by the Korean National Assembly. (Registered 3 October 2006)
- 13-15 September 2006, to Warsaw, to speak at a conference on European Security and Defence Policy. Air fare and two nights' hotel accommodation paid for by the Friedrich Ebert Foundation. (Registered 3 October 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Consultant on legal and public policy issues to Greenwoods Solicitors. (£15,001-£20,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 5-7 November 2005, to Portofino, Italy, to attend conference on trans-Atlantic defence and energy issues. Hotel accommodation paid for by Orient Express Limited. (I paid for my own air travel to and from Italy.) (Registered 8 November 2005)
- 26 February-3 March 2006, to the West Bank and Israel with the Conservative Middle East Council to discuss local and regional security, economic and political issues. Travel and accommodation expenses met by the Conservative Middle East Council. (Registered 8 March 2006)
- 9-14 April 2006, to Doha, Qatar, to participate in the 6th Doha Forum for Democracy, Development and Free Trade. Flights and hotel accommodation paid for by the Forum and the Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs. (Registered 16 April 2006)
| - 5-7 November 2005, to Portofino, Italy, to attend conference on trans-Atlantic defence and energy issues. Hotel accommodation paid for by Orient Express Limited. (I paid for my own air travel to and from Italy.) (Registered 8 November 2005)
- 26 February-3 March 2006, to the West Bank and Israel with the Conservative Middle East Council to discuss local and regional security, economic and political issues. Travel and accommodation expenses met by the Conservative Middle East Council. (Registered 8 March 2006)
- 9-14 April 2006, to Doha, Qatar, to participate in the 6th Doha Forum for Democracy, Development and Free Trade. Flights and hotel accommodation paid for by the Forum and the Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs. (Registered 16 April 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 8-13 January 2006, to Israel, hosted by Conservative Friends of Israel (CFI). CFI contributed the cost of flights, accommodation and some meals. The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs contributed to the costs of travel inside Israel and some meals. (Registered 17 January 2006)
| - 8-13 January 2006, to Israel, hosted by Conservative Friends of Israel (CFI). CFI contributed the cost of flights, accommodation and some meals. The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs contributed to the costs of travel inside Israel and some meals. (Registered 17 January 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 19-22 March 2006, to Nairobi, at the invitation of the International Institute for Security, to make a keynote speech at a seminar that sought to promote a distance learning programme for tutors and students in the field of security. Economy class air ticket and hotel costs were paid by SecurFast. (Registered 24 March 2006)
| - 19-22 March 2006, to Nairobi, at the invitation of the International Institute for Security, to make a keynote speech at a seminar that sought to promote a distance learning programme for tutors and students in the field of security. Economy class air ticket and hotel costs were paid by SecurFast. (Registered 24 March 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Income from books published by Patten Press, Cornwall. (Up to £5,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 4-10 September 2005, to Kenya, to visit a variety of hospitals, health centres and other settings and to meet Government health ministers in Nairobi, Western Kissii province and Eldoret in respect of TB and HIV/Aids programmes. The visit was organised by Results UK, a UK based international charity. Economy class flights and accommodation were sponsored by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. (Registered 2 March 2006)
- 10-12 January 2006, to Indianapolis, US, for seminar on the launch of the Stop TB campaign. Travel and accommodation arranged by Results UK and partly sponsored by Ely Lilly at which the seminar took place. (Registered 2 March 2006)
- 27 January-3 February 2006, to Yemen, to visit Sana'a city and Aden to visit Civil Society projects, slum dwellings and facilities in the Aden area and women's projects, and for meetings with parliamentarians and others. Flights and accommodation arranged by Oxfam UK. (Registered 2 March 2006)
| - 4-10 September 2005, to Kenya, to visit a variety of hospitals, health centres and other settings and to meet Government health ministers in Nairobi, Western Kissii province and Eldoret in respect of TB and HIV/Aids programmes. The visit was organised by Results UK, a UK based international charity. Economy class flights and accommodation were sponsored by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. (Registered 2 March 2006)
- 10-12 January 2006, to Indianapolis, US, for seminar on the launch of the Stop TB campaign. Travel and accommodation arranged by Results UK and partly sponsored by Ely Lilly at which the seminar took place. (Registered 2 March 2006)
- 27 January-3 February 2006, to Yemen, to visit Sana'a city and Aden to visit Civil Society projects, slum dwellings and facilities in the Aden area and women's projects, and for meetings with parliamentarians and others. Flights and accommodation arranged by Oxfam UK. (Registered 2 March 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 20-24 September 2005, to Moscow, for meetings with Members of the Russian State Duma and Russian NGOs working on HIV/AIDS, and to take part in the meeting of the Health Sub-Committee of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe with Members of the State Duma. Travel and hotel expenses paid for by Transatlantic Partners Against AIDS. (Registered 30 October 2005)
- 7-9 June 2006, to Moscow, to attend a conference on HIV/AIDS at the Russian State Duma involving parliamentarians from a number of countries. Travel and hotel expenses paid for by Transatlantic Partners Against AIDS. (Registered 12 July 2006)
| - 7-9 June 2006, to Moscow, to attend a conference on HIV/AIDS at the Russian State Duma involving parliamentarians from a number of countries. Travel and hotel expenses paid for by Transatlantic Partners Against AIDS. (Registered 12 July 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Articles for Times newspaper. (Up to £5,000)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Regular articles on science policy in the British Association for Advancement of Science Journal. (Up to £5,000)
- 3 March 2006, speech for Pfizer in Manchester. (Up to £5,000)
| - Regular articles on science policy in the British Association for Advancement of Science Journal. (Up to £5,000)
- 3 March 2006, speech for Pfizer in Manchester. (Up to £5,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
| | - 26-31 August 2006, to New Zealand. I spoke at a seminar at the University of Palmerston North, which paid for two nights' accommodation, and spoke at a conference on Molecular Biology in Queenstown, where three nights' accommodation were paid for by the New Zealand Molecular Biologists Society. I paid my travel costs. (Registered 26 September 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 4-10 September 2005, to Taiwan as part of all-party delegation. Travel (business class) and accommodation paid for by Taipei Office in London. (Registered 15 December 2005)
| - 4-10 September 2005, to Taiwan as part of all-party delegation. Travel (business class) and accommodation paid for by Taipei Office in London. (Registered 15 December 2005)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 20 December 2005, plane flight from Cardiff to London provided by Jonathan Green, a retired businessman from London. (Registered 6 January 2006)
| - 20 December 2005, plane flight from Cardiff to London provided by Jonathan Green, a retired businessman from London. (Registered 6 January 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 8-24 September 2005, to Taiwan as a member of a parliamentary delegation. Travel and accommodation paid for by the Government of Taiwan. (Registered 10 October 2005)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
| | - Fee from Endemol (production company) for participation in Channel 4 programme 'The Games 2006'. My fee, and funds raised from text messages sent during programme, were given directly to Cornwall Air Ambulance. (£25,001-£30,000) (Registered 9 October 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Technical advice, analysis and drafting assistance in relation to scrutiny of the Finance Bill 2006 provided by Pricewaterhouse Coopers to the Opposition Treasury team (approximately 36 days between 7 April and 4 July 2006) and KPMG (approximately 15 days between 8 May and 11 July 2006). (Registered 12 July 2006)
| - Technical advice, analysis and drafting assistance in relation to scrutiny of the Finance Bill 2006 provided by Pricewaterhouse Coopers to the Opposition Treasury team (approximately 36 days between 7 April and 4 July 2006) and KPMG (approximately 15 days between 8 May and 11 July 2006). (Registered 12 July 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 30 March-4 April 2006, to Pakistan, on fact-finding visit organised by the Conservative Muslim Forum. Airline tickets and accommodation were paid for by the Bestway Foundation which sponsored the visit. Other transport and official hospitality in Pakistan was provided by the Pakistan Government. (Registered 27 April 2006)
| - 30 March-4 April 2006, to Pakistan, on fact-finding visit organised by the Conservative Muslim Forum. Airline tickets and accommodation were paid for by the Bestway Foundation which sponsored the visit. Other transport and official hospitality in Pakistan was provided by the Pakistan Government. (Registered 27 April 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 22-27 August 2005, to Canada, as a member of the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Nuclear Energy UK delegation. Travel and accommodation paid for by Atomic Energy of Canada Limited (AECL). (Registered 8 November 2005)
| - 22-27 August 2005, to Canada, as a member of the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Nuclear Energy UK delegation. Travel and accommodation paid for by Atomic Energy of Canada Limited (AECL). (Registered 8 November 2005)
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9. Registrable shareholdings |
- (b) Barclays Bank Plc; banking
- (b) Rolls Royce Plc; engineering
- (b) OAO Gazprom; oil and gas sector primarily in the Russian Federation and former Soviet Republics
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- (b) Barclays Bank Plc; banking
- Rolls Royce Plc; engineering
- OAO Gazprom; oil and gas sector primarily in the Russian Federation and former Soviet Republics
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Contract with Times Newspapers Limited to supply a set number of articles. (£60,001-£65,000)
- Fees from BBC. (Up to £5,000)
- Associate Editor, The House Magazine. (Up to £5,000)
- Payment from Mentorn Limited on behalf of BBC Panorama programme. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 25 November 2005)
| - Contract with Times Newspapers Limited to supply a set number of articles. (£60,001-£65,000)
- Fees from BBC. (Up to £5,000)
- Associate Editor, The House Magazine. (Up to £5,000)
- Payment from Mentorn Limited on behalf of BBC Panorama programme. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 25 November 2005)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Consultant to Morrison plc, providing advice on the expansion of local authority care and maintenance contracts and public relations. (Up to £5,000)
| - Consultant to Morrison plc, providing advice on the expansion of local authority care and maintenance contracts and public relations. (Up to £5,000)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Reception sponsored by Toyota in my constituency in September 2006. (Registered 9 September 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 9-16 September 2006, to China, to see Chinese rail systems, on a cross-party visit organised by the All-Party Rail Group and sponsored by the Rail Freight Group. (Registered 17 September 2006)
| - 9-16 September 2006, to China, to see Chinese rail systems, on a cross-party visit organised by the All-Party Rail Group and sponsored by the Rail Freight Group. (Registered 17 September 2006)
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| | - 24-28 September 2006, to Georgia, as Vice-Chairman of the John Smith Memorial Trust, to meet Georgian MPs. Travel provided by the International Association for Business and Parliament. (Accommodation provided by the British Embassy.) (Registered 17 October 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- President of the Institute of Insurance Brokers. (£10,001-£15,000)
- The Institute of Sales Promotion. (Up to £5,000)
- The British Promotional Merchandising Association. (Up to £5,000)
- The Incentive Travel and Meetings Association. (Up to £5,000)
- Reed Exhibitions Ltd. in respect of the National Incentive Show. (Up to £5,000)
- Consultant to the Tote, providing advice on public policy in relation to horseracing. (£5,001-£10,000)
- Fee and travel expenses from the Alderney Gambling Control Commission in respect of a visit to Alderney to meet members of the Commission to discuss the regulation of e-gaming. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 7 April 2006)
| - President of the Institute of Insurance Brokers. (£10,001-£15,000)
- The Institute of Sales Promotion. (Up to £5,000)
- The British Promotional Merchandising Association. (Up to £5,000)
- The Incentive Travel and Meetings Association. (Up to £5,000)
- Reed Exhibitions Ltd. in respect of the National Incentive Show. (Up to £5,000)
- Consultant to the Tote, providing advice on public policy in relation to horseracing. (£5,001-£10,000)
- Fee and travel expenses from the Alderney Gambling Control Commission in respect of a visit to Alderney to meet members of the Commission to discuss the regulation of e-gaming. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 7 April 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 30 March-4 April 2006, to Pakistan, on fact-finding visit organised by the Conservative Muslim Forum. Airline tickets and accommodation were paid for by the Bestway Foundation which sponsored the visit. Other transport and official hospitality in Pakistan was provided by the Pakistan Government. (Registered 27 April 2006)
| - 30 March-4 April 2006, to Pakistan, on fact-finding visit organised by the Conservative Muslim Forum. Airline tickets and accommodation were paid for by the Bestway Foundation which sponsored the visit. Other transport and official hospitality in Pakistan was provided by the Pakistan Government. (Registered 27 April 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- I write a column for The Morning Advertiser every five weeks (£250 per article). (Up to £5,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 10-13 April, to Doha, Qatar, to attend Qatar Conference on Democracy and Free Trade. Travel and accommodation provided by the Government of the State of Qatar. (Registered 18 April 2006)
- 28 May-2 June 2006, to Norway, with the All-Party Parliamentary British-Norwegian Group, as guest of the Storting and the Norwegian Government. (Registered 25 July 2006)
| - 10-13 April, to Doha, Qatar, to attend Qatar Conference on Democracy and Free Trade. Travel and accommodation provided by the Government of the State of Qatar. (Registered 18 April 2006)
- 28 May-2 June 2006, to Norway, with the All-Party Parliamentary British-Norwegian Group, as guest of the Storting and the Norwegian Government. (Registered 25 July 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 1-9 April 2006, to India with Labour Friends of India. International travel provided by the Confederation of Indian Industry and all accommodation, domestic travel and hospitality provided by the Government of India. (Registered 25 April 2006)
| - 1-9 April 2006, to India with Labour Friends of India. International travel provided by the Confederation of Indian Industry and all accommodation, domestic travel and hospitality provided by the Government of India. (Registered 25 April 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Parliamentary adviser to the JCB Group. (£45,001-£50,000)
- Member of the Political Council of Terra Firma Capital Partners. (£65,001-£70,000)
- Parliamentary adviser to Dunalastair Ireland Ltd. (£10,001-£15,000)
- 19 April 2005, speech at the Samworth Brothers Conference Dinner in Leicestershire. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 31 October 2005)
- 28 April 2005, speech at a presentation hosted by Investec in London. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 31 October 2005)
- 28 April 2005, speech at the Employee Benefits Awards in London. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 31 October 2005)
- 27 May 2005, presenter on "Have I Got News for You", Hat Trick Productions. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 9 January 2006)
- From June 2005, fourth 6 month contract to supply articles for the News of the World. (£95,001-£100,000)
- 8 September 2005, speech at the Deloitte & Touche LLP gala dinner in London. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 20 September 2005)
- 13 September 2005, speech at a dinner hosted by Wolseley in Birmingham. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 20 September 2005)
- 15 September 2005, speech at the Timber Trade Journal awards in London. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 20 September 2005)
- 21 September 2005, speech in London at the Annual Dinner of the Society of British Aerospace Companies. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 31 October 2005)
- 28 September 2005, speech at a debate hosted by Sanford C Bernstein in London. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 31 October 2005)
- 6 October 2005, speech at the Skanco 20th Anniversary Dinner on the Isle of Man. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 31 October 2005)
- 12 October 2005, speech at the KPMG Risk Advisory Services Conference in London. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 31 October 2005)
- 13 October 2005, speech at the Positive Solutions National Partners Forum at Celtic Manor. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 31 October 2005)
- 13 October 2005, speech at a dinner in Newcastle hosted by the Northern Society of Chartered Accountants. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 31 October 2005)
- 31 October 2005, speech at the Allianz Cornhill Centenary Dinner in London. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 31 October 2005)
- 2 November 2005, speech at the Investment Management Association Annual Dinner in London. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 9 January 2006)
- 3 November 2005, speech at the Manchester Evening News Business of the Year Awards in Manchester. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 9 January 2006)
- 7 November 2005, speech at the dinner hosted by the Institute of Chartered Accountants (Scotland) at the Savoy. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 9 January 2006)
- 11 November 2005, speech at a dinner hosted by Legal Week at Lake Como, Italy. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 9 January 2006)
- 17 November 2005, speech at the Tata Consultancy Services Gala Dinner at Blenheim Palace. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 9 January 2006)
- 18 November 2005, speech at the Daily Telegraph What House? Magazine Awards in London. (£10,001-£15,000)
- 23 November 2005, speech at the HBOS Key Intermediary Dinner in London. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 9 January 2006)
- 24 November 2005, speech at a dinner hosted by Michael Page City in London. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 9 January 2006)
- 30 November 2005, speech at the Growing Business Awards in London. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 9 January 2006)
- 7 December 2005, speech at a dinner hosted by the Association of Insurance & Risk Managers in London. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 9 January 2006)
- 8 December 2005, speeches at the 9th Factors & Discounters Association Annual Conference in Paris. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 9 January 2006)
- 15 December 2005, speech at the Manning Gottlieb Client Dinner in London. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 9 January 2006)
- 18 January 2006, speech at the annual dinner of the Manufacturing Technologies Association in London. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 21 February 2006)
- 19 January 2006, hosted the 'Mergers & Acquisitions Monthly' Awards in London. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 21 February 2006)
- 7 February 2006, hosted the Credit Card Awards in London. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 21 February 2006)
- 9 February 2006, speech at a dinner hosted by BMW Finance in London. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 21 February 2006)
- 23 March 2006, hosted the Money Marketing Awards in London. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 8 May 2006)
- 24 March 2006, speech at the Southern Society of Chartered Accountants dinner in Southampton. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 8 May 2006)
- 30 March 2006, speech at the British Venture Capital Association dinner in Leeds. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 8 May 2006)
- 26 April 2006, speech at the TradeTech Conference in Paris. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 8 May 2006)
- 27 April 2006, speech at a dinner hosted by KPMG in London. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 8 May 2006)
- 23 May 2006, speech at the Public Private Finance Awards in London. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 25 May 206)
- 24 May 2006, speech at a dinner hosted by Intellect in London. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 25 May 2006)
- 21 June 2006, speech at the Extel Awards in London. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 21 August 2006)
- 22 June 2006, speech at a dinner hosted by UBS in Bristol. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 21 August 2006)
- 29 June 2006, speech at the Institution of Mechanical Engineers' Awards in London. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 21 August 2006)
- 18 July 2006, speech at a dinner hosted by GUS in London. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 21 August 2006)
| - Parliamentary adviser to the JCB Group. (£45,001-£50,000)
- Member of the Political Council of Terra Firma Capital Partners. (£65,001-£70,000)
- Parliamentary adviser to Dunalastair Ireland Ltd. (£10,001-£15,000)
- 27 May 2005, presenter on "Have I Got News for You", Hat Trick Productions. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 9 January 2006)
- From June 2005, fourth 6 month contract to supply articles for the News of the World. (£95,001-£100,000)
- 2 November 2005, speech at the Investment Management Association Annual Dinner in London. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 9 January 2006)
- 3 November 2005, speech at the Manchester Evening News Business of the Year Awards in Manchester. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 9 January 2006)
- 7 November 2005, speech at the dinner hosted by the Institute of Chartered Accountants (Scotland) at the Savoy. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 9 January 2006)
- 11 November 2005, speech at a dinner hosted by Legal Week at Lake Como, Italy. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 9 January 2006)
- 17 November 2005, speech at the Tata Consultancy Services Gala Dinner at Blenheim Palace. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 9 January 2006)
- 18 November 2005, speech at the Daily Telegraph What House? Magazine Awards in London. (£10,001-£15,000)
- 23 November 2005, speech at the HBOS Key Intermediary Dinner in London. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 9 January 2006)
- 24 November 2005, speech at a dinner hosted by Michael Page City in London. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 9 January 2006)
- 30 November 2005, speech at the Growing Business Awards in London. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 9 January 2006)
- 7 December 2005, speech at a dinner hosted by the Association of Insurance & Risk Managers in London. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 9 January 2006)
- 8 December 2005, speeches at the 9th Factors & Discounters Association Annual Conference in Paris. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 9 January 2006)
- 15 December 2005, speech at the Manning Gottlieb Client Dinner in London. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 9 January 2006)
- 18 January 2006, speech at the annual dinner of the Manufacturing Technologies Association in London. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 21 February 2006)
- 19 January 2006, hosted the 'Mergers & Acquisitions Monthly' Awards in London. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 21 February 2006)
- 7 February 2006, hosted the Credit Card Awards in London. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 21 February 2006)
- 9 February 2006, speech at a dinner hosted by BMW Finance in London. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 21 February 2006)
- 23 March 2006, hosted the Money Marketing Awards in London. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 8 May 2006)
- 24 March 2006, speech at the Southern Society of Chartered Accountants dinner in Southampton. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 8 May 2006)
- 30 March 2006, speech at the British Venture Capital Association dinner in Leeds. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 8 May 2006)
- 26 April 2006, speech at the TradeTech Conference in Paris. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 8 May 2006)
- 27 April 2006, speech at a dinner hosted by KPMG in London. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 8 May 2006)
- 23 May 2006, speech at the Public Private Finance Awards in London. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 25 May 206)
- 24 May 2006, speech at a dinner hosted by Intellect in London. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 25 May 2006)
- 21 June 2006, speech at the Extel Awards in London. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 21 August 2006)
- 22 June 2006, speech at a dinner hosted by UBS in Bristol. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 21 August 2006)
- 29 June 2006, speech at the Institution of Mechanical Engineers' Awards in London. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 21 August 2006)
- 18 July 2006, speech at a dinner hosted by GUS in London. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 21 August 2006)
- 19 September 2006, speech at a meeting of the Ernst & Young Yorkshire Fiscal Group. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 25 October 2006)
- 27 September 2006, speech at the Logistics & Supply Chain & Property Forum in Southampton. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 25 October 2006)
- 26 October 2006, speech at the AIM Awards in London. (£10,001-£15,000) (Registered 25 October 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- (Registered 21 February 2006)
- (Registered 8 May 2006)
- The cost of a reception for Ambassadors which I hosted on 27 June 2006 at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Hyde Park was met by CQSM. (Registered 21 August 2006)
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- (Registered 8 May 2006)
- The cost of a reception for Ambassadors which I hosted on 27 June 2006 at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Hyde Park was met by CQSM. (Registered 21 August 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 22 March 2006, to Prague for meeting with ODS (the Civic Democratic Party). Return flight provided by Flying Lion Ltd. (Registered 25 May 2006)
- 3-4 April 2006, to Sudan in my capacity as Shadow Foreign Secretary, to investigate the humanitarian situation there. I was the guest of Oxfam who provided my accommodation and in-country transport. The cost of my flight was met by Flying Lion Limited. (Registered 8 May 2006)
- 15-17 May 2006, to Israel and Jordan, in my capacity as Shadow Foreign Secretary. The costs of my flights was met by Flying Lion Ltd. The cost of my accommodation in Israel was met by Conservative Friends of Israel. (I stayed at the residence of the British Ambassador in Jordan during my visit to Amman.) (Registered 25 May 2006)
- 28 June 2006, return flight to Prague provided by Jonathan Green, a retired businessman from London. (Registered 21 August 2006)
| - 22 March 2006, to Prague for meeting with ODS (the Civic Democratic Party). Return flight provided by Flying Lion Ltd. (Registered 25 May 2006)
- 3-4 April 2006, to Sudan in my capacity as Shadow Foreign Secretary, to investigate the humanitarian situation there. I was the guest of Oxfam who provided my accommodation and in-country transport. The cost of my flight was met by Flying Lion Limited. (Registered 8 May 2006)
- 15-17 May 2006, to Israel and Jordan, in my capacity as Shadow Foreign Secretary. The costs of my flights was met by Flying Lion Ltd. The cost of my accommodation in Israel was met by Conservative Friends of Israel. (I stayed at the residence of the British Ambassador in Jordan during my visit to Amman.) (Registered 25 May 2006)
- 28 June 2006, return flight to Prague provided by Jonathan Green, a retired businessman from London. (Registered 21 August 2006)
- 4-8 September 2006, to China and Kazakhstan, in my capacity as Shadow Foreign Secretary. The costs of my flights was met by Flying Lion Ltd and the costs of my accommodation in China was covered by the Chinese authorities. I paid for my own accommodation in Astana, Kazakhstan. (Registered 25 October 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 10-11 June 2006, attendance at the British Grand Prix at Silverstone at the invitation of the Motorsport Association. (Registered 16 June 2006)
| - 10-11 June 2006, attendance at the British Grand Prix at Silverstone at the invitation of the Motorsport Association. (Registered 16 June 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 31 March-6 April 2006, to Egypt with UK-Egypt All-Party Parliamentary Group, to further political relations between the UK and Egypt. The visit was made at the invitation and expense of the Egyptian Government. (Registered 20 April 3006)
| - 31 March-6 April 2006, to Egypt with UK-Egypt All-Party Parliamentary Group, to further political relations between the UK and Egypt. The visit was made at the invitation and expense of the Egyptian Government. (Registered 20 April 3006)
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- 18-24 September 2005, to Taiwan as member of parliamentary delegation. Travel and accommodation paid for by the Government of Taiwan. (Registered 5 October 2005)
| - 15-21 September 2006, to Bahrain with my partner, to meet with elected members and Government ministers in order to discuss matters of mutual interest and to study the electoral registration and voting arrangements for the forthcoming Bahrain elections. The visit was made at the invitation and expense of the Bahrain Government. (Registered 13 October 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 20-27 November 2004, to Hong Kong, for fact-finding and contact with Hong Kong Government, political, media business and trade union personnel and meetings with British representatives and diplomats. Return flight from London, accommodation and transport in Hong Kong paid for by the Hong Kong Government. (Registered 31 October 2005)
| - 20-27 November 2004, to Hong Kong, for fact-finding and contact with Hong Kong Government, political, media business and trade union personnel and meetings with British representatives and diplomats. Return flight from London, accommodation and transport in Hong Kong paid for by the Hong Kong Government. (Registered 31 October 2005)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 6 July 2006, my wife and I were guests of the British American Tobacco Company at the Ladies' Semi Finals Day at Wimbledon. (Registered 29 August 2006)
| - 6 July 2006, my wife and I were guests of the British American Tobacco Company at the Ladies' Semi Finals Day at Wimbledon. (Registered 29 August 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 29 August-2 September 2005, to India. Hotel accommodation provided by the Government of India. Flights paid for by Dr Liam Fox's office from a donation by Mr Stanley Fink, a businessman from Middlesex. My outgoing flight was upgraded by Virgin. (Registered 12 October 2005)
- 23-26 May 2006, to Canada, to visit Canadian Pacific Freight Rail Operations and to US, to visit First Student School Buses. My flights to and from US, plus internal flight from Toronto to Washington, with one night's accommodation, was provided by Central Railways plc. My internal US return flight from Washington Providence Rhode Island was provided by First Group Plc. (Registered 21 June 2006)
| - 23-26 May 2006, to Canada, to visit Canadian Pacific Freight Rail Operations and to US, to visit First Student School Buses. My flights to and from US, plus internal flight from Toronto to Washington, with one night's accommodation, was provided by Central Railways plc. My internal US return flight from Washington Providence Rhode Island was provided by First Group Plc. (Registered 21 June 2006)
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- Fee from Associated Newspapers Ltd for article in Mail on Sunday newspaper, 11 April 2006. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 17 April 2006)
| - Fee from Associated Newspapers Ltd for article in Mail on Sunday newspaper, 11 April 2006. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 17 April 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 8-12 March 2004, to Sierra Leone, to visit Freetown, Makeni town, Bombali and Binkolo, organised and partially funded by Plan UK (registered charity Plan International UK). I met the remaining costs myself. (Registered 28 July 2004)
| - 8-12 March 2004, to Sierra Leone, to visit Freetown, Makeni town, Bombali and Binkolo, organised and partially funded by Plan UK (registered charity Plan International UK). I met the remaining costs myself. (Registered 28 July 2004)
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- 18-21 September 2005, to USA. Travel and accommodation costs met by Dr Liam Fox's office from a donation by Mr Michael Lewis, a businessman from London. I received flight upgrades on outward and return journeys from London to Washington from Virgin Atlantic. (Registered 17 October 2005)
- 11-15 June 2006, to Israel, hosted by Conservative Friends of Israel (CFI). CFI contributed the cost of flights, accommodation and some meals. The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Official Guests Department) contributed to the costs of travel inside Israel, some accommodation and meals. (Registered 5 July 2006)
| - 11-15 June 2006, to Israel, hosted by Conservative Friends of Israel (CFI). CFI contributed the cost of flights, accommodation and some meals. The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Official Guests Department) contributed to the costs of travel inside Israel, some accommodation and meals. (Registered 5 July 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 5-9 October 2004, to United States, on EU-US exchange on healthcare biotechnology and policy. I attended two conferences, giving a lecture at one (unpaid). Return flights and three nights' hotel accommodation paid for by Amgen. (Registered 21 October 2005)
- 13-14 December 2004, to Malaysia, to attend conference of International Medical Parliamentarians, to discuss the delivery of Millennium development goals. I represented UK national parliamentarians through the All-Party Population Group. Return flight and hotel accommodation for one night paid for by the International Association of Medical Parliamentarians. (Registered 21 October 2005)
- 30 May-3 June 2003, to Chicago, as a member of an NHS study group to visit the American Society of Clinical Oncology conference. My flights and accommodation were paid for by Aventis (a pharmaceutical company). (Registered 15 December 2005)
| - 5-9 October 2004, to United States, on EU-US exchange on healthcare biotechnology and policy. I attended two conferences, giving a lecture at one (unpaid). Return flights and three nights' hotel accommodation paid for by Amgen. (Registered 21 October 2005)
- 13-14 December 2004, to Malaysia, to attend conference of International Medical Parliamentarians, to discuss the delivery of Millennium development goals. I represented UK national parliamentarians through the All-Party Population Group. Return flight and hotel accommodation for one night paid for by the International Association of Medical Parliamentarians. (Registered 21 October 2005)
- 30 May-3 June 2003, to Chicago, as a member of an NHS study group to visit the American Society of Clinical Oncology conference. My flights and accommodation were paid for by Aventis (a pharmaceutical company). (Registered 15 December 2005)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Communications strategies consultant to Harrison Cowley, public relations agency. (£5,001-£10,000)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Lecturer in British Government and Politics at the American International University in London, from January 2005 (one hour weekly) (Up to £5,000).
- Consultant on business strategy to Northgate PLC; information systems company. (£5,001-£10,000)
| - Lecturer in British Government and Politics at the American International University in London, from January 2005 (one hour weekly) (Up to £5,000).
- Consultant on business strategy to Northgate PLC; information systems company. (£5,001-£10,000)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- The salary of a member of my staff is paid by Birmingham City Council. (Registered 1 March 2006)
| - The salary of a member of my staff is paid by Birmingham City Council. (Registered 1 March 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- (Registered 13 October 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 31 March-7 April 2006, to Egypt with UK-Egypt All-Party Parliamentary Group, to further political relations between the UK and Egypt. The visit was made at the invitation and expense of the Egyptian Government. (Registered 9 May 2006)
- 18-23 May 2006, to the United Arab Emirates with an All-Party delegation to meet Government representatives as guest of the Government of the UAE, who met the cost of flights and accommodation. (Registered 24 July 2006)
| - 31 March-7 April 2006, to Egypt with UK-Egypt All-Party Parliamentary Group, to further political relations between the UK and Egypt. The visit was made at the invitation and expense of the Egyptian Government. (Registered 9 May 2006)
- 18-23 May 2006, to the United Arab Emirates with an All-Party delegation to meet Government representatives as guest of the Government of the UAE, who met the cost of flights and accommodation. (Registered 24 July 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 26-27 April 2006, to Oskarshamn, Sweden, to visit the OKG nuclear power and nuclear waste facility, accompanied by two members of my staff. Our flights and accommodation were paid for by E.On. (Registered 11 May 2006)
| - 6 June 2006, upgrade on flight from London to New York provided by Virgin Atlantic. (Registered 1 November 2006)
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| | - 26-27 April 2006, to Oskarshamn, Sweden, to visit the OKG nuclear power and nuclear waste facility, accompanied by two members of my staff. Our flights and accommodation were paid for by E.On. (Registered 11 May 2006)
- 22-26 August 2006, to Stavanger, Norway, to visit the Offshore Northern Seas (ONS) conference and exhibition, with the British Offshore Oil and Gas Industry All-Party Parliamentary Group. Overseas flights, hotel accommodation, local transport and hospitality sponsored by the UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), Shell, BP, Exxon Mobil, Statoil and Chevron. (Registered 1 November 2006)
- 11 September 2006, to Ireland, to visit the Arklow Bay offshore wind-farm facility. Flights for two members of staff supporting the Shadow DTI team and me paid for by Airtricity. (Registered 1 November 2006)
- 18-21 September 2006, to Santiago de Compostela, to view onshore wind-farm and manufacturing facilities in Galicia owned by Gamesa SA. Flights, accommodation and hospitality for my wife and me provided by Gamesa SA. (Registered 1 November 2006)
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- 4-9 September 2005, to Kenya, with an all-party delegation, to look at the incidence and effect of TB in Kenya. Travel to and from Kenya and within the country, accommodation and expenses paid for by RESULTS, an international lobbying charity organisation. (Registered 14 December 2005)
| - 4-9 September 2005, to Kenya, with an all-party delegation, to look at the incidence and effect of TB in Kenya. Travel to and from Kenya and within the country, accommodation and expenses paid for by RESULTS, an international lobbying charity organisation. (Registered 14 December 2005)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- In connection with my participation in "The Daily Politics" programme on the BBC (from 8 May-3 July 2006) I received free personal training from fitness training company Bodydoctor Fitness over a seven week period. I received no fee for participating in the programme. (Registered 23 May 2006)
| - In connection with my participation in "The Daily Politics" programme on the BBC (from 8 May-3 July 2006) I received free personal training from fitness training company Bodydoctor Fitness over a seven week period. I received no fee for participating in the programme. (Registered 23 May 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Technical advice, analysis and drafting assistance in relation to scrutiny of the Finance Bill 2006 provided by Pricewaterhouse Coopers to the Opposition Treasury team (approximately 36 days between 7 April and 4 July 2006) and KPMG (approximately 15 days between 8 May and 11 July 2006). (Registered 13 July 2006)
| - Technical advice, analysis and drafting assistance in relation to scrutiny of the Finance Bill 2006 provided by Pricewaterhouse Coopers to the Opposition Treasury team (approximately 36 days between 7 April and 4 July 2006) and KPMG (approximately 15 days between 8 May and 11 July 2006). (Registered 13 July 2006)
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| | - 12-13 October, to Barcelona, Spain, to speak at the APCIMS (Association of Private Client Investment Managers and Stockbrokers) Conference. Flights and one night's accommodation paid for by APCIMS. (Registered 19 October 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- Two tickets for the 2006 Wimbledon Men's Final courtesy of the BBC's Director of Sport. (Registered 18 July 2006)
| - Two tickets for the 2006 Wimbledon Men's Final courtesy of the BBC's Director of Sport. (Registered 18 July 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Fees for regular sports articles for Daily Telegraph. (£5,001-£10,000)
- Chairman of the Countryside Alliance. (£15,001-£20,000)
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- Chairman of the Countryside Alliance. (£15,001-£20,000)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Consultancy for Sterling Square Capital, August 2005. (Registered 12 October 2005)
- One day consultancy for Shimmin.biz; communications consultancy, December 2005. (Registered 19 January 2006)
- Research for Stirling Square Capital (one day), May 2006. (Registered 9 May 2006)
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- One day consultancy for Shimmin.biz; communications consultancy, December 2005. (Registered 19 January 2006)
- Research for Stirling Square Capital (one day), May 2006. (Registered 9 May 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- (Registered 12 October 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 16-21 September 2005, to Washington, to meet people from the State Department and Atlantic Bridge. Travel and accommodation costs met by Dr Liam Fox's office from a donation by Mr Michael Lewis, a London businessman. I received upgrade one way on trip from Washington from Virgin Atlantic. (Registered 12 October 2005)
- 9-13 January 2006, to Israel hosted by Conservative Friends of Israel (CFI to meet Israeli and Palestine officials. CFI contributed the costs of flights, accommodation and some meals. The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs contributed to the costs of travel inside Israel and some meals. (Registered 19 January 2006)
- 1-9 January 2006, to India with Conservative Friends of India, to discuss economic and industrial/commercial issues. Visits to Delhi, Mumbai and Jaipur. Travel and accommodation expenses met by the Government of India and the Confederation of Indian Industries. (Registered 30 January 2006)
- 1-14 April 2006, to Afghanistan, to look at security issues. Transport, accommodation and protection in southern Afghanistan provided by Global Group (Security). (I met all other costs, less a contribution for flights paid by the Sunday Telegraph in consideration of an article written for them on the subject.) (Registered 9 May 2006)
| - 9-13 January 2006, to Israel hosted by Conservative Friends of Israel (CFI to meet Israeli and Palestine officials. CFI contributed the costs of flights, accommodation and some meals. The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs contributed to the costs of travel inside Israel and some meals. (Registered 19 January 2006)
- 1-9 January 2006, to India with Conservative Friends of India, to discuss economic and industrial/commercial issues. Visits to Delhi, Mumbai and Jaipur. Travel and accommodation expenses met by the Government of India and the Confederation of Indian Industries. (Registered 30 January 2006)
- 1-14 April 2006, to Afghanistan, to look at security issues. Transport, accommodation and protection in southern Afghanistan provided by Global Group (Security). (I met all other costs, less a contribution for flights paid by the Sunday Telegraph in consideration of an article written for them on the subject.) (Registered 9 May 2006)
- 10-20 September 2006, to US to attend course on US politics in Washington, Illinois and Michigan. US State Department funded my subsistence in US (my flights were paid for by the British American All-Party Parliamentary Group). (Registered 21 September 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
| | - 20 September 2006, upgraded by British Airways on flight from Toronto to London. (Registered 21 September 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Parliamentary Consultant to Scottish Coal. (£5,001-£10,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 18-24 September 2005, to Taiwan as a member of a parliamentary delegation. Travel and accommodation paid for by the Government of Taiwan. (Registered 4 October 2005)
- 7-12 September 2006, to Gibraltar to attend Gibraltar National Day Events, accompanied by my wife. Travel and accommodation paid for by the Government of Gibraltar. (Registered 18 September 2006)
| - 7-12 September 2006, to Gibraltar to attend Gibraltar National Day Events, accompanied by my wife. Travel and accommodation paid for by the Government of Gibraltar. (Registered 18 September 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 15 February 2006, my wife and I attended the Brit Awards as guests of Phonographic Performance Ltd. (Registered 7 March 2006)
- 22 May 2006, my wife and I attended the Charity Preview of the Chelsea Flower Show, as guests of EDS. (Registered 15 June 2006)
| - 15 February 2006, my wife and I attended the Brit Awards as guests of Phonographic Performance Ltd. (Registered 7 March 2006)
- 22 May 2006, my wife and I attended the Charity Preview of the Chelsea Flower Show, as guests of EDS. (Registered 15 June 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 19 March 2006, hospitality and two tickets for Twickenham from the Rugby Football Union. (Registered 25 July 2006)
- 30 June 2006, hospitality and two tickets for Wimbledon from Provident Financial. (Registered 25 July 2006)
| - 19 March 2006, hospitality and two tickets for Twickenham from the Rugby Football Union. (Registered 25 July 2006)
- 30 June 2006, hospitality and two tickets for Wimbledon from Provident Financial. (Registered 25 July 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- 15 January and 12 March 2006, articles for News of the World. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 30 March 2006)
- 28 February 2006, speech to RBS Conference. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 30 March 2006)
- 2 March 2006, KPMG lecture. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 30 March 2006)
- Fee for speech to the Institute of Travel and Tourism Conference on Oman. (£5,001-£10,000) My wife and I were provided with air travel to and from Oman. (Registered 29 July 2006)
- Presentation of a television programme for Objective Productions Limited. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 29 July 2006)
- Two articles for Telegraph Group Limited. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 29 July 2006)
| - 15 January and 12 March 2006, articles for News of the World. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 30 March 2006)
- 28 February 2006, speech to RBS Conference. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 30 March 2006)
- 2 March 2006, KPMG lecture. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 30 March 2006)
- Fee for speech to the Institute of Travel and Tourism Conference on Oman. (£5,001-£10,000) My wife and I were provided with air travel to and from Oman. (Registered 29 July 2006)
- Presentation of a television programme for Objective Productions Limited. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 29 July 2006)
- Two articles for Telegraph Group Limited. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 29 July 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 26-28 November 2005, to the Czech Republic, to attend the Annual Conference of the ODS (Civic and Democratic Party) in my capacity as Leader of the Conservative Party. Two nights' hotel accommodation and return car travel from Prague to Brno were provided by the ODS. (My fares were paid for by the Conservative Party.) (Registered 30 November 2005)
- 26-28 March 2006, to New York and Washington, USA. My air fares and accommodation were paid for by Atlantic Partnership, an organisation concerned with relations between America and Europe. (Registered 30 March 2006)
| - 26-28 November 2005, to the Czech Republic, to attend the Annual Conference of the ODS (Civic and Democratic Party) in my capacity as Leader of the Conservative Party. Two nights' hotel accommodation and return car travel from Prague to Brno were provided by the ODS. (My fares were paid for by the Conservative Party.) (Registered 30 November 2005)
- 26-28 March 2006, to New York and Washington, USA. My air fares and accommodation were paid for by Atlantic Partnership, an organisation concerned with relations between America and Europe. (Registered 30 March 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Parliamentary adviser to the Consumer Credit Association of the United Kingdom, which is the trade association representing the majority of businesses in the home credit industry. (£5,001-£10,000)
| - Parliamentary adviser to the Consumer Credit Association of the United Kingdom, which is the trade association representing the majority of businesses in the home credit industry. (£5,001-£10,000)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Donation to my constituency party from Mr Malcolm Young of the Wilke Group, property developers. (Registered 11 October 2005)
| - Donation to my constituency party from Mr Malcolm Young of the Wilke Group, property developers. (Registered 11 October 2005)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 28 June 2005, my wife and I were invited on board a tall ship to celebrate the bicentenary of the Battle of Trafalgar and attend the fleet review by HM The Queen, by Mr Timothy Beardson. (Registered 11 October 2005)
| - 28 June 2005, my wife and I were invited on board a tall ship to celebrate the bicentenary of the Battle of Trafalgar and attend the fleet review by HM The Queen, by Mr Timothy Beardson. (Registered 11 October 2005)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Parliamentary adviser to the William Hill Organisation. (£25,001-£30,000)
| - Parliamentary adviser to the William Hill Organisation. (£25,001-£30,000)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Column for Guardian Online. (Up to £5,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
| | - 27 May-1 June 2006, to the British Virgin Islands with the British Virgin Islands All-Party Parliamentary Group. All costs of the visit were paid by the British Virgin Islands Government. (Registered 11 October 2006)
- 8-12 September 2006, to Gibraltar to attend National Day celebrations. All costs of the visit were paid by the Gibraltar Government. (Registered 11 October 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Donation to my constituency party from Alan Camp (personal donation from constituent). (Registered 26 October 2005)
| - Donation to my constituency party from Alan Camp (personal donation from constituent). (Registered 26 October 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 22-25 August 2005, to Ukraine, to meet with Ukrainian Members of Parliament regarding possible co-operation and exchanges. Three days and nights accommodation and hospitality paid for by Verkhovna Rada (Ukraine Parliament). (I paid for my own flights.) (Registered 26 October 2005)
| - 22-25 August 2005, to Ukraine, to meet with Ukrainian Members of Parliament regarding possible co-operation and exchanges. Three days and nights accommodation and hospitality paid for by Verkhovna Rada (Ukraine Parliament). (I paid for my own flights.) (Registered 26 October 2005)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Financial News column (Efinancial news) (Up to £5,000)
- Guardian (Up to £5,000)
- Independent (Up to £5,000)
- Financial Times (Up to £5,000)
- New Statesman (Up to £5,000)
- Fee for speech in Paris on 29 November 2005 for Euromoney Conferences. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 12 December 2005)
| - Financial News column (Efinancial news) (Up to £5,000)
- Guardian (Up to £5,000)
- Independent (Up to £5,000)
- Financial Times (Up to £5,000)
- New Statesman (Up to £5,000)
- Fee for speech in Paris on 29 November 2005 for Euromoney Conferences. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 12 December 2005)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- (Registered 31 January 2006)
- (Registered 20 March 2006)
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- (Registered 20 March 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 25 September-3 October 2005, to Republic of India, to gain understanding of Indian economic reform. Travel and accommodation paid for by the Government of India. (Registered 4 October 2005)
| - 25 September-3 October 2005, to Republic of India, to gain understanding of Indian economic reform. Travel and accommodation paid for by the Government of India. (Registered 4 October 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 1-8 April 2006, to Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, on a visit of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on the Great Lakes Region and Genocide Prevention. External and internal flights, accommodation, food and expenses covered by the APPG, who received funding for the visit from Save the Children, Christian Aid, Tearfund, the Rainforest Foundation, CAFOD, Amnesty International and Airserv. Sky TV accompanied the trip and contributed to the cost of the air charter and The Independent newspaper made a contribution to cover the costs of their correspondent who accompanied the visit. (Registered 25 April 2006)
| - 1-8 April 2006, to Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, on a visit of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on the Great Lakes Region and Genocide Prevention. External and internal flights, accommodation, food and expenses covered by the APPG, who received funding for the visit from Save the Children, Christian Aid, Tearfund, the Rainforest Foundation, CAFOD, Amnesty International and Airserv. Sky TV accompanied the trip and contributed to the cost of the air charter and The Independent newspaper made a contribution to cover the costs of their correspondent who accompanied the visit. (Registered 25 April 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 5-7 December 2005, to Montreal, Canada, to attend the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and in particular the G8 + 5 Legislators Climate Change Forum organised by GLOBE and the Canadian Government. The flights were paid for by GLOBE UK and the accommodation was paid for by the Canadian Government. (Registered 25 January 2006)
| - 5-7 December 2005, to Montreal, Canada, to attend the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and in particular the G8 + 5 Legislators Climate Change Forum organised by GLOBE and the Canadian Government. The flights were paid for by GLOBE UK and the accommodation was paid for by the Canadian Government. (Registered 25 January 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Parliamentary adviser to the Caravan Club. (£5,001-£10,000)
| - Parliamentary adviser to the Caravan Club. (£5,001-£10,000)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 7 July 2006, my wife and I were guests of BP at Wimbledon. (Registered 20 July 2006)
| - 7 July 2006, my wife and I were guests of BP at Wimbledon. (Registered 20 July 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 9-13 April 2006, to Qatar, to attend the 6th International Forum for Democracy, Development and Free Trade in Doha. The costs of flights and accommodation was met by the Government of Qatar. (Registered 5 July 2006)
| - 9-13 April 2006, to Qatar, to attend the 6th International Forum for Democracy, Development and Free Trade in Doha. The costs of flights and accommodation was met by the Government of Qatar. (Registered 5 July 2006)
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1. Remunerated directorships |
- Chairman (non-executive), Hartington Group; agriculture, horticulture and food industry solutions company.
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Occasional lecturing for the Westminster Experience (money paid to charity). (Up to £5,000)
| - Occasional lecturing for the Westminster Experience (money paid to charity). (Up to £5,000)
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8. Land and Property |
- Four-bedroomed flat in London, from which rental income is received.
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- (Registered 21 November 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 8-12 September 2005, to Gibraltar, accompanied by my wife, to attend National Day celebrations, as guests of the Gibraltar Government who paid costs of visit. (Registered 12 October 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
| | - 10-15 September 2006, to Israel and Palestine with Labour Friends of Israel (LFI). Travel and hospitality paid for by LFI. Accommodation paid for by LFI at a rate discounted through the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Some hospitality provided by the Palestinian Legislative Council/Palestinian Authority. Travel within Israel/Palestine provided by LFI. Some travel within Israel provided by the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs. (Registered 9 October 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Column writer in The Daily Telegraph. (£70,001-£75,000)
- Articles for GQ Magazine. (Up to £5,000)
- Book publishing contract Harper Collins. (Up to £5,000)
- Appearance on Channel 5 for Illuminations TV Ltd (Up to £5,000) (Registered 27 September 2005)
- 19 May 2005, Annual Intellect UK Dinner (Up to £5,000) (Registered 27 September 2005)
- 22 September 2005, Energy Industries Council Annual Dinner (Up to £5,000) (Registered 17 January 2006)
- 1 March 2006, Finance and Leasing Association Dinner (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 5 June 2006)
- Speaking engagements booked through The London Speaker Bureau:
- 1 February 2005, Annual Risks Awards Dinner (Up to £5,000) (Registered 27 September 2005)
- 18 May 2006, Cendant Mobility Conference (Up to £5,000) (Registered 5 June 2006)
- 3 November 2005, Breakfast event for HR Directors Club (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 17 January 2006)
- 19 January 2006, Legal Technology Awards (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 5 June 2006)
- 22 February 2006, Chartered Institute of Building Annual Dinner (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 5 June 2006)
- BBC appearance - Have I Got News For You (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 17 January 2006)
- Channel 5 appearance - Illuminations tv (Up to £5,000) (Registered 17 January 2006)
- Channel Four programmes - Tiger Aspect Productions (£35,001-£40,000) (Registered 17 January 2006)
- 29 September 2005, speaking engagement for Institute of Chemical Engineers at presentation of awards and annual dinner. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 17 January 2006)
| - Column writer in The Daily Telegraph. (£70,001-£75,000)
- Articles for GQ Magazine. (Up to £5,000)
- Book publishing contract Harper Collins. (Up to £5,000)
- 22 September 2005, Energy Industries Council Annual Dinner (Up to £5,000) (Registered 17 January 2006)
- 1 March 2006, Finance and Leasing Association Dinner (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 5 June 2006)
- 25 May 2006, Barclays Capital (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 25 September 2006)
- 13 July 2006, The Communications Network (TCN) (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 25 September 2006)
- 18 September 2006, UBS Equities (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 25 September 2006)
- Speaking engagement booked through The London Speaker Bureau:
- 18 May 2006, Cendant Mobility Conference (Up to £5,000) (Registered 5 June 2006)
- 3 November 2005, Breakfast event for HR Directors Club (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 17 January 2006)
- 19 January 2006, Legal Technology Awards (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 5 June 2006)
- 22 February 2006, Chartered Institute of Building Annual Dinner (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 5 June 2006)
- Speaking engagement booked through Celebrity Speakers Ltd:
- 6 June 2006, Direct Marketing Symposium (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 25 September 2006)
- BBC appearance - Have I Got News For You (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 17 January 2006)
- Channel 5 appearance - Illuminations tv (Up to £5,000) (Registered 17 January 2006)
- Channel Four programmes - Tiger Aspect Productions (£35,001-£40,000) (Registered 17 January 2006)
- 29 September 2005, speaking engagement for Institute of Chemical Engineers at presentation of awards and annual dinner. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 17 January 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 15 February 2006, my wife and I attended the Brit Awards as guests of Phonographic Performance Ltd. (Registered 14 March 2006)
| - 15 February 2006, my wife and I attended the Brit Awards as guests of Phonographic Performance Ltd. (Registered 14 March 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
| | - 10-15 September 2006, to Israel and Palestine with Labour Friends of Israel (LFI). Travel and hospitality paid for by LFI. Accommodation paid for by LFI at a rate discounted through the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Some hospitality provided by the Palestinian Legislative Council/Palestinian Authority. Travel within Israel/Palestine provided by LFI. Some travel within Israel provided by the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs. (Registered 26 September 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 22-24 August 2005, to Norway, on defence issues. Flights to Norway and accommodation paid for by Scandef. UK flights paid for by Northern Defence Industries. (Registered 6 October 2005)
- 8-11 September 2005, to Gibraltar for National Day. Flights and accommodation paid for by the Government of Gibraltar. (Registered 6 October 2005)
- 24-29 November 2005, to the United Arab Emirates with all-party delegation to meet Government representatives, as guest of the Government of the UAE. The cost of flights and accommodation was met by the Government of the UAE. (Registered 15 December 2005)
- 10-16 April 2006, to Malawi, to visit WaterAid, with Northumbrian Water, to see work carried out by the UK charity. Travel and accommodation paid for by WaterAid with contribution from Northumbrian Water. (Registered 9 May 2006)
- 21-24 April 2006, to Dubai to attend Mini Trade Mission, to promote County Durham businesses. Accommodation paid for by County Durham Development Company. (I paid for my own flights.) (Registered 9 May 2006)
| - 24-29 November 2005, to the United Arab Emirates with all-party delegation to meet Government representatives, as guest of the Government of the UAE. The cost of flights and accommodation was met by the Government of the UAE. (Registered 15 December 2005)
- 10-16 April 2006, to Malawi, to visit WaterAid, with Northumbrian Water, to see work carried out by the UK charity. Travel and accommodation paid for by WaterAid with contribution from Northumbrian Water. (Registered 9 May 2006)
- 21-24 April 2006, to Dubai to attend Mini Trade Mission, to promote County Durham businesses. Accommodation paid for by County Durham Development Company. (I paid for my own flights.) (Registered 9 May 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- February 2006, I received an upgrade to World Traveller Plus on outward flight to Florida and to Club Class on return flight, from BA. (Registered 24 April 2006)
- 2 June 2006, I received an upgrade to business class on return flight from private visit to India, from BA. (Registered 14 June 2006)
| - February 2006, I received an upgrade to World Traveller Plus on outward flight to Florida and to Club Class on return flight, from BA. (Registered 24 April 2006)
- 2 June 2006, I received an upgrade to business class on return flight from private visit to India, from BA. (Registered 14 June 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Donations to the Anne Speirs Memorial Trust, created to benefit the Labour Party at local elections in my constituency, from:
- Mr Speirs (personal donation from constituent)
- Mr and Mrs Fitzpatrick (donation from constituents)
- (Registered 27 October 2005)
- Support from Camelon Labour Club.
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6. Overseas visits |
- 18-21 September 2005, to Kuwait with All-Party Parliamentary Kuwait Group. Return flights London to Kuwait City and accommodation paid for by the Kuwait Government. (Registered 26 October 2005)
- 1-8 April 2006, to Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, on a visit of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on the Great Lakes Region and Genocide Prevention. External and internal flights, accommodation, food and expenses covered by the APPG, who received funding for the visit from Save the Children, Christian Aid, Tearfund, the Rainforest Foundation, CAFOD, Amnesty International and Airserv. Sky TV accompanied the trip and contributed to the cost of the air charter and The Independent newspaper made a contribution to cover the costs of their correspondent who accompanied the visit. (Registered 20 April 2006)
| - 1-8 April 2006, to Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, on a visit of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on the Great Lakes Region and Genocide Prevention. External and internal flights, accommodation, food and expenses covered by the APPG, who received funding for the visit from Save the Children, Christian Aid, Tearfund, the Rainforest Foundation, CAFOD, Amnesty International and Airserv. Sky TV accompanied the trip and contributed to the cost of the air charter and The Independent newspaper made a contribution to cover the costs of their correspondent who accompanied the visit. (Registered 20 April 2006)
- 25-26 October 2006, to Basle, Switzerland, to Worlddidac 2006 Conference and exhibition. Return flights, in-country travel, meals and accommodation paid for by the British Educational Suppliers Association. (Registered 1 November 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Fees from the Telegraph Group. (Up to £5,000)
| - Fees from the Telegraph Group. (Up to £5,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 18-22 September 2005, to Kuwait, for meetings with ministers and parliamentarians. Travel and accommodation provided by the Kuwait Information Centre. (Registered 23 September 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 29 August-2 September 2005, to India. Hotel accommodation provided by the Government of India. Flights paid for by Dr Liam Fox's office from a donation by Mr Stanley Fink, a businessman from Middlesex. Upgrade on outward flight from Virgin. (Registered 12 October 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 17-18 November 2005, to Kenya, to attend a regional AWEPA (European Parliamentarians for Africa) conference on HIV/Aids orphans. Travel and accommodation paid for by AWEPA. (Registered 24 November 2005)
| - 17-18 November 2005, to Kenya, to attend a regional AWEPA (European Parliamentarians for Africa) conference on HIV/Aids orphans. Travel and accommodation paid for by AWEPA. (Registered 24 November 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 18-23 May 2006, to the United Arab Emirates with all-party delegation to meet Government representatives, as guest of the Government of the UAE. The cost of flights and accommodation was met by the Government of the UAE. (Registered 15 August 2006)
| - 18-23 May 2006, to the United Arab Emirates with all-party delegation to meet Government representatives, as guest of the Government of the UAE. The cost of flights and accommodation was met by the Government of the UAE. (Registered 15 August 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 24-29 July 2005, to Washington DC, to meet congressional and business interests, and British diplomats, to discuss UK/US intelligence policy. My flights and accommodation were paid for by the UK Defence Forum. (Registered 10 October 2005)
- 8-12 September 2005, to Gibraltar for National Day celebrations, with a parliamentary delegation. My flights and accommodation were paid for by the Government of Gibraltar. (Registered 10 October 2005)
- 15-18 November 2005, to Lithuania, as Founder and Joint Chair of the British-Lithuania All-Party Parliamentary Group, to attend receptions and meet political and business leaders. Flights and accommodation paid for by Raynard Research Limited. (Registered 6 December 2005)
- 28 March-3 April 2006, to Botswana, at the invitation of the Botswana Government on all-party visit, to investigate HIV/Aids issues and better understand the help and support which can be given to the Botswana Government by the UK. All travel, accommodation and subsistence was paid for by the Botswana Government. (Registered 28 April 2006)
- 2-8 September 2006, to the Republic of Korea to meet Government Ministers, Korean parliamentarians and companies in Korea, and also to visit the border with North Korea at Panmunjom. (Registered 15 September 2006)
| - 15-18 November 2005, to Lithuania, as Founder and Joint Chair of the British-Lithuania All-Party Parliamentary Group, to attend receptions and meet political and business leaders. Flights and accommodation paid for by Raynard Research Limited. (Registered 6 December 2005)
- 28 March-3 April 2006, to Botswana, at the invitation of the Botswana Government on all-party visit, to investigate HIV/Aids issues and better understand the help and support which can be given to the Botswana Government by the UK. All travel, accommodation and subsistence was paid for by the Botswana Government. (Registered 28 April 2006)
- 2-8 September 2006, to the Republic of Korea to meet Government Ministers, Korean parliamentarians and companies in Korea, and also to visit the border with North Korea at Panmunjom. Travel and accommodation were funded jointly by the Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade and by the Korean National Assembly. (Registered 15 September 2006)
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7. Overseas benefits and gifts |
- 6 November 2005, I received complimentary tickets for me and two members of my family to attend the world premiere of the new Harry Potter film, given by Carolyn Dailey, Vice President and Senior Strategic Advisor Public Policy at Time Warner. (Registered 8 December 2005)
| - 6 November 2005, I received complimentary tickets for me and two members of my family to attend the world premiere of the new Harry Potter film, given by Carolyn Dailey, Vice President and Senior Strategic Advisor Public Policy at Time Warner. (Registered 8 December 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 24-28 November 2005, to the United Arab Emirates with all-party delegation to meet Government representatives. Flights and accommodation costs met by Government of UAE. (Registered 15 December 2005)
| - 24-28 November 2005, to the United Arab Emirates with all-party delegation to meet Government representatives. Flights and accommodation costs met by Government of UAE. (Registered 15 December 2005)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Associate Editor of the House Magazine, from 1 May 2006. (Up to £5,000)
- Fee for speech to the annual Office Club Conference on 20 May 2006. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 31July 2006)
| - Associate Editor of the House Magazine, from 1 May 2006. (Up to £5,000)
- Fee for speech to the annual Office Club Conference on 20 May 2006. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 31July 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Donations to the Office of the Leader of the Liberal Democrats received in 2005 from:
- Winston Fletcher, London
- A J Dukes, Rutland
- Peter Crystal, London
- Peter Ellis, Cheltenham
- Mr DT and Mrs BI Greenland, London
- CA Church Limited, Salisbury, Wiltshire
- Dame Maureen Thomas, London
- Mr John Stevens, London
- (Registered 17 October 2005)
- Lynda Partridge, London
- (Registered 5 December 2005)
- (Registered 24 March 2006)
| - Donation to the Office of the Leader of the Liberal Democrats received in 2005 from Lynda Partridge, London. (Registered 5 December 2005)
- (Registered 24 March 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- March 2005, a return lift with Michael Brown of 5th Avenue Partners Ltd in a flight to the Liberal Democrat Party Conference in Harrogate accompanied by a member of staff on the outward journey (4 March) and my wife on the return (6 March). Donated by Michael Brown of 5th Avenue Partners Ltd. (Registered 29 November 2005)
- April/May 2005, plane made available to the Liberal Democrats for the Leader's Tour element of the general election campaign on a series of dates, donated by Michael Brown of 5th Avenue Partners Ltd. (Registered 29 November 2005)
- 15 February 2006, two tickets for the annual Brit Awards, courtesy of the British Phonographic Industry, for me and my wife. (Registered 20 February 2006)
- 30 March 2006, complimentary upgrade from British Airways on a purchased business class ticket, London to Vancouver. (Registered 28 April 2006)
| - March 2005, a return lift with Michael Brown of 5th Avenue Partners Ltd in a flight to the Liberal Democrat Party Conference in Harrogate accompanied by a member of staff on the outward journey (4 March) and my wife on the return (6 March). Donated by Michael Brown of 5th Avenue Partners Ltd. (Registered 29 November 2005)
- April/May 2005, plane made available to the Liberal Democrats for the Leader's Tour element of the general election campaign on a series of dates, donated by Michael Brown of 5th Avenue Partners Ltd. (Registered 29 November 2005)
- 15 February 2006, two tickets for the annual Brit Awards, courtesy of the British Phonographic Industry, for me and my wife. (Registered 20 February 2006)
- 30 March 2006, complimentary upgrade from British Airways on a purchased business class ticket, London to Vancouver. (Registered 28 April 2006)
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7. Overseas benefits and gifts |
- On the birth of my son a gift basket of baby clothes, a hamper of food and a bouquet of flowers received from Mr and Mrs Michael Brown of Majorca. (Registered 29 November 2005)
- 12 July 2006, party for 200 guests and dinner hosted by Mr Brian Yeatman in honour of Charles Kennedy. (Registered 9 August 2006)
| - On the birth of my son a gift basket of baby clothes, a hamper of food and a bouquet of flowers received from Mr and Mrs Michael Brown of Majorca. (Registered 29 November 2005)
- 12 July 2006, party for 200 guests and dinner hosted by Mr Brian Yeatman in honour of Charles Kennedy. (Registered 9 August 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
| | - 10-16 September 2006, to Israel and Palestine with Labour Friends of Israel (LFI). Travel and hospitality paid for by LFI. Accommodation paid for by LFI at a rate discounted through the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Some hospitality provided by the Palestinian Legislative Council/Palestinian Authority. Travel within Israel/Palestine provided by LFI. Some travel within Israel provided by the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs. (Registered 10 October 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Consultant to Certis Europe. (£5,001-£10,000).
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6. Overseas visits |
- 13-15 November 2005, to Bangalore, India, to participate in celebrations and promotions of British Airways new service from Heathrow to Bangalore. First class return airline ticket and two nights' hotel accommodation in Bangalore provided by British Airways. (Registered 1 December 2005)
| - 13-15 November 2005, to Bangalore, India, to participate in celebrations and promotions of British Airways new service from Heathrow to Bangalore. First class return airline ticket and two nights' hotel accommodation in Bangalore provided by British Airways. (Registered 1 December 2005)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 15 February 2006, I attended the 2006 Brits Ceremony, as a guest of O2 (UK) Ltd. (Registered 2 March 2006)
| - 15 February 2006, I attended the 2006 Brits Ceremony, as a guest of O2 (UK) Ltd. (Registered 2 March 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 1-9 April 2006, to India with Labour Friends of India. International travel provided by the Confederation of Indian Industries and all accommodation, domestic travel and hospitality provided by the Government of India. (Registered 11 May 2006)
| - 1-9 April 2006, to India with Labour Friends of India. International travel provided by the Confederation of Indian Industries and all accommodation, domestic travel and hospitality provided by the Government of India. (Registered 11 May 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Lectures for the Civil Service College. (Up to £5,000)
| - Lectures for the Civil Service College. (Up to £5,000)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Occasional royalties from Chrysalis Books Ltd., London. (Up to £5,000)
- Occasional payments for writing and appearances received from the Working Men's Club and Institute Union Limited. (Up to £5,000)
| - Occasional royalties from Chrysalis Books Ltd., London. (Up to £5,000)
- Occasional payments for writing and appearances received from the Working Men's Club and Institute Union Limited. (Up to £5,000)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- (Registered 22 November 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 11-13 November 2005, to Stockholm as treasurer of British Taiwanese All-Party Parliamentary Group for seminar attended by representatives of other Taiwanese parliamentary friendship groups in Europe. Visit paid for by Government of Taiwan. (Registered 15 December 2005)
- 1-7 January 2006, to Taiwan with group of parliamentarians from All-Party British-Taiwanese Group, as guest of Taiwanese Government. (Registered 9 January 2006)
| - 11-13 November 2005, to Stockholm as treasurer of British Taiwanese All-Party Parliamentary Group for seminar attended by representatives of other Taiwanese parliamentary friendship groups in Europe. Visit paid for by Government of Taiwan. (Registered 15 December 2005)
- 1-7 January 2006, to Taiwan with group of parliamentarians from All-Party British-Taiwanese Group, as guest of Taiwanese Government. (Registered 9 January 2006)
- 2-8 September 2006, to the Republic of Korea to meet Government Ministers, Korean Parliamentarians and companies in Korea, and also to visit the border with North Korea at Panmunjom. Travel and accommodation were funded jointly by the Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade and by the Korean National Assembly. (Registered 20 September 2006)
- 15-20 September 2006, to Bahrain, to meet with elected members and government ministers in order to discuss matters of mutual interest and to study the electoral registration and voting arrangements for the forthcoming Bahrain elections. The costs of the visit were met by the Bahrain Government. (Registered 25 September 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
| | - 8-11 September 2006, to Gibraltar, to attend Gibraltar Day celebrations, as a guest of the Gibraltar Government who paid for my travel and accommodation. (Registered 27 September 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- (Registered 12 August 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 26-30 November 2005, to Ghana, for an introduction to Ghanaian voices calling for the reform of current trade rules and practices and to gain exposure to trade-related problems faced by Ghanaian rural communities. Visit funded by Christian Aid. (Registered 1 December 2005)
| - 26-30 November 2005, to Ghana, for an introduction to Ghanaian voices calling for the reform of current trade rules and practices and to gain exposure to trade-related problems faced by Ghanaian rural communities. Visit funded by Christian Aid. (Registered 1 December 2005)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- I received support from Lord Sainsbury of Turville towards the cost of employing a social policy research assistant. (Registered 11 October 2005)
- I received support from Lord Alli towards the cost of employing a social policy research assistant. (Registered 11 October 2005)
| - I receive support towards the cost of employing a social policy research assistant from Lord Sainsbury of Turville.
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8. Land and Property |
- A flat in South London from which rental income is received.
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Donation to my constituency association from Fizz Fireworks Ltd to pay for a constituency wide survey form. (Registered 17 March 2006)
| - Donation to my constituency association from Fizz Fireworks Ltd to pay for a constituency wide survey form. (Registered 17 March 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- Loan of a vehicle from DaimlerChrysler for carrying out a 'mobile surgery' in the constituency. (Registered 22 September 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 8-12 September 2005, to Gibraltar accompanied by my wife, to participate in the Annual Gibraltar Day celebrations as a member of the All-Party Parliamentary Gibraltar Group. Our flights and accommodation were paid for by the Government of Gibraltar. (Registered 11 October 2005)
| - 27 May-1 June 2006, to the British Virgin Islands with the British Virgin Islands All-Party Parliamentary Group. All costs of the visit were paid by the British Virgin Islands Government. (Registered 11 October 2006)
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10. Miscellaneous and unremunerated interests |
| | - I have secured sponsorship from the Co-operative Group for an event organised by the Centre for Scottish Public Policy, of which I am an unpaid board member.
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6. Overseas visits |
- 25 September-4 October 2005, to India to assess the situation in Indian Kashmir and Jammu; also to see the development of IT and health facilities in Karnataka and to meet with various local and central Government officials. Travel to and from the UK and accommodation and travel in India were all paid for by the Government of India. (Registered 18 December 2005)
| - 25 September-4 October 2005, to India to assess the situation in Indian Kashmir and Jammu; also to see the development of IT and health facilities in Karnataka and to meet with various local and central Government officials. Travel to and from the UK and accommodation and travel in India were all paid for by the Government of India. (Registered 18 December 2005)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Parliamentary consultant to Pinnacle Insurance PLC. (£10,001-£15,000)
| - Parliamentary consultant to Pinnacle Insurance PLC. (£10,001-£15,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 7-10 October 2005, to the Republic of Cyprus to attend the Morphou Rally and meetings associated with it. Return air fare from Heathrow to Larnaca and three nights' hotel accommodation in Nicosia were paid for by the Municipality of Morphou. (Registered 15 October 2005)
| - 6-9 October 2006, to the Republic of Cyprus, to attend the Morphou Rally and meetings associated with it. Return air fare from Heathrow to Larnaca and three nights' hotel accommodation in Nicosia were paid for by the Municipality of Morphou. (Registered 10 October 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Financial support for my office provided by Dr Hans Rausing, industrialist. (Registered 22 March 2006)
| - Financial support for my office provided by Dr Hans Rausing, industrialist. (Registered 22 March 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 24 June-1 July 2006, to USA, on educational visit to Hanford, near Seattle, where US Government Departments, university experts and private companies are partners in nuclear decommissioning and waste-clearance operations. My flight and hotel bills were paid for by British Nuclear Fuels, who operate Hinkley Point A Nuclear Power Station in my constituency. (Registered 27 July 2006)
| - 24 June-1 July 2006, to USA, on educational visit to Hanford, near Seattle, where US Government Departments, university experts and private companies are partners in nuclear decommissioning and waste-clearance operations. My flight and hotel bills were paid for by British Nuclear Fuels, who operate Hinkley Point A Nuclear Power Station in my constituency. (Registered 27 July 2006)
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1. Remunerated directorships |
| | - Tethys Petroleum Limited (non-executive).
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6. Overseas visits |
- 1-6 December 2005, to Kazakhstan as a member of the Kazakhstan Election Monitoring Mission, at the invitation of the Caspian Information Centre, who paid the costs of the visit. (Registered 23 January 2006)
| - 1-6 December 2005, to Kazakhstan as a member of the Kazakhstan Election Monitoring Mission, at the invitation of the Caspian Information Centre, who paid the costs of the visit. (Registered 23 January 2006)
- 13-20 July 2006, to India, as Chairman of the Globalisation and Global Poverty Group, for discussions on globalisation and global poverty. The visit was made at the invitation and expense of Christian Aid. (Registered 27 September 2006)
- 4-12 August 2006, to Nigeria and Ghana, on fact-finding visit undertaken in my position as Chairman of the Globalisation and Global Poverty Group. The Group met the costs of the visit. (Registered 27 September 2006)
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9. Registrable shareholdings |
- JP Morgan Elect Managed Income Investment Trust.
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- JP Morgan Elect Managed Income Investment Trust.
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6. Overseas visits |
| | - 26-30 August 2006, to Yemen, as a member of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Yemen, for meetings in Sana'a and Aden. I was the guest of the Yemeni Government who paid costs of the visit. (Registered 28 September 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 2-8 April 2006, to Sri Lanka with parliamentary delegation to meet officials and inspect rebuilding effort following the tsunami. Cost of flights and hotel accommodation met by the Government of Sri Lanka. (Registered 20 April 2006)
- 24-28 April 2006, to Mexico to speak at an International Forum on Regional and Global Relations. Cost of flights and hotel accommodation met by the Instituto de Estudios de la Revolucion Democratica and the Friedrich Ebert Foundation. (Registered 10 May 2006)
| - 2-8 April 2006, to Sri Lanka with parliamentary delegation to meet officials and inspect rebuilding effort following the tsunami. Cost of flights and hotel accommodation met by the Government of Sri Lanka. (Registered 20 April 2006)
- 24-28 April 2006, to Mexico to speak at an International Forum on Regional and Global Relations. Cost of flights and hotel accommodation met by the Instituto de Estudios de la Revolucion Democratica and the Friedrich Ebert Foundation. (Registered 10 May 2006)
- 2-6 August 2006, to Cyprus, to speak at a rally in Larnaca. Return flights and accommodation provided by the Municipality of Ammochostos-Famagusta. (Registered 12 October 2006)
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| | - 4-6 October 2006, to Finland, to visit Olkiluito Power Station. Travel, three nights' accommodation and food paid for by Nirex. (Registered 24 October 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 11-16 September 2005, to Romania with the All-Party Parliamentary Group on European Union Enlargement, at the invitation of the Romanian Parliament, who met the cost of accommodation. (Registered 1 October 2005)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- News International newspapers. (Up to £5,000)
- Scott Trust newspapers. (Up to £5,000)
- Independent. (Up to £5,000)
- Newsweek. (Up to £5,000)
- Fee for speech at Factor Discounters Association conference in Paris on 8 December 2005. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 9 December 2005)
- Fee for speech at a conference on 17 March 2006 at Oxford University, on "Regulating the European Market" organised by Clifford Chance and the Oxford University Institute of European and Comparative Law. (Up to £5,000)(Registered 20 March 2006)
- Fee for speech on European Union and Russia at British Gas seminar, Reading, on 19 April 2006. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 19 April 2006)
- European adviser to United Utilities. (£10,001-£15,000)
| - News International newspapers. (Up to £5,000)
- Scott Trust newspapers. (Up to £5,000)
- Independent. (Up to £5,000)
- Newsweek. (Up to £5,000)
- Fee for speech at Factor Discounters Association conference in Paris on 8 December 2005. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 9 December 2005)
- Fee for speech at a conference on 17 March 2006 at Oxford University, on "Regulating the European Market" organised by Clifford Chance and the Oxford University Institute of European and Comparative Law. (Up to £5,000)(Registered 20 March 2006)
- Fee for speech on European Union and Russia at British Gas seminar, Reading, on 19 April 2006. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 19 April 2006)
- European adviser to United Utilities. (£10,001-£15,000)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Donations to my constituency party received from:
- Bestways PLC
- Forbes Campbell International
- GMB
- TGWU
- Muslim Friends of Labour
- (Registered 24 October 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 18-24 February 2006, to Pakistan, to visit earthquake relief work, at the invitation of the Pakistan Government, who paid all my expenses. During the visit I travelled from Islamabad to Kashmir in a helicopter provided by the Aga Khan Foundation. (Registered 27 March 2006)
| - 18-24 February 2006, to Pakistan, to visit earthquake relief work, at the invitation of the Pakistan Government, who paid all my expenses. During the visit I travelled from Islamabad to Kashmir in a helicopter provided by the Aga Khan Foundation. (Registered 27 March 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 1-8 April 2006, to Botswana at the invitation of the Botswana Government as part of an all-party visit to look at HIV/AIDS, sustainable wildlife, relocation in the CKGR an diversification of the economy. Travel, accommodation and subsistence was paid for by the Botswana Government. (Registered 15 May 2006)
| - 1-8 April 2006, to Botswana at the invitation of the Botswana Government as part of an all-party visit to look at HIV/AIDS, sustainable wildlife, relocation in the CKGR an diversification of the economy. Travel, accommodation and subsistence was paid for by the Botswana Government. (Registered 15 May 2006)
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- 24-27 November 2005, to Marrakesh, to the attend Association of British Travel Agents' convention. Travel and accommodation were provided by ABTA. (Registered 21 December 2005)
| - 24-27 November 2005, to Marrakesh, to the attend Association of British Travel Agents' convention. Travel and accommodation were provided by ABTA. (Registered 21 December 2005)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Parliamentary adviser to Siebel Systems UK Ltd; provider of customer relationship management solutions. (Up to £5,000)
| - Parliamentary adviser to Siebel Systems UK Ltd; provider of customer relationship management solutions. (Up to £5,000)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 13 December 2005, helicopter flight from Birmingham to Warwick, provided by JCB Research. (Registered 9 January 2006)
- In my capacity as Chairman of the Conservative party I received helicopter travel from JCB Ltd to enable me to attend the Scottish and Welsh Party Conferences on 4 March 2006. (Registered 6 March 2006)
| - 13 December 2005, helicopter flight from Birmingham to Warwick, provided by JCB Research. (Registered 9 January 2006)
- In my capacity as Chairman of the Conservative party I received helicopter travel from JCB Ltd to enable me to attend the Scottish and Welsh Party Conferences on 4 March 2006. (Registered 6 March 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 12 December 2005, return helicopter flight from London to Leeds, provided by Lord Harris. (Registered 6 January 2006)
- January 2006, guest of Brit Awards Ltd at the Brit Awards 2006. (Registered 26 March 2006)
| - 12 December 2005, return helicopter flight from London to Leeds, provided by Lord Harris. (Registered 6 January 2006)
- January 2006, guest of Brit Awards Ltd at the Brit Awards 2006. (Registered 26 March 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 17-22 November 2005, to Israel and the occupied territories of Palestine, organised by the Council of Arab and British Understanding for the purpose of educating Members of Parliament on the Israel/Palestine conflict. Costs of the visit paid for by CAABU. (Registered 30 November 2005)
| - 17-22 November 2005, to Israel and the occupied territories of Palestine, organised by the Council of Arab and British Understanding for the purpose of educating Members of Parliament on the Israel/Palestine conflict. Costs of the visit paid for by CAABU. (Registered 30 November 2005)
- 20-24 February 2006, to Pakistan with the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Kashmir, to visit earthquake relief work, at the invitation of the Pakistan Government who paid all my expenses. During the visit I travelled from Islamabad to Kashmir in a helicopter provided by the Aga Khan Foundation. (Registered 19 October 2006)
- 11-13 September 2006, to Northern Uganda with Oxfam GB to visit refugee camps in the Kitgum district and aid agencies working in the region. Travel, accommodation and subsistence was paid for by Oxfam GB. (Registered 19 October 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 8-9 October 2005, to Frascati, Italy, to attend launch event for Cryosat, UK science led climate change satellite. Accommodation paid for by European Space Agency; travel paid for by EADS Astrium Ltd. (Registered 26 October 2005)
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- (Registered 1 August 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 24 September-1 October 2005, to Hong Kong, to discuss financial services and economic matters, at the invitation of the Hong Kong Government, who met the costs of the visit. (Registered 28 October 2005)
- 21-23 October 2005, to Helsinki for the AGM of the Parliamentary Network for the World Bank, who met the costs of the visit. (Registered 28 October 2005)
| - 10-15 September 2006, to Israel and Palestine with Labour Friends of Israel (LFI). Travel and hospitality paid for by LFI. Accommodation paid for by LFI at a rate discounted through the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Some hospitality provided by the Palestinian Legislative Council/Palestinian Authority. Travel within Israel/Palestine provided by LFI. Some travel within Israel provided by the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs. (Registered 28 September 2006)
- 12-14 October 2006, to Barcelona, to address the AGM of the Association of Private Clients and Investment Managers and Stockbrokers (APCIMS). The APCIMS paid for my air travel and hotel accommodation. (Registered 6 November 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 9 June 2006, I attended the Yorkshire International Conference, as a guest of Yorkshire Forward and BT. (Registered 14 June 2006)
- 23 June 2006, I attended Royal Ascot accompanied by a guest, at the invitation of The Tote who provided lunch in a private box and free parking. (Registered 10 July 2006)
| - 9 June 2006, I attended the Yorkshire International Conference, as a guest of Yorkshire Forward and BT. (Registered 14 June 2006)
- 23 June 2006, I attended Royal Ascot accompanied by a guest, at the invitation of The Tote who provided lunch in a private box and free parking. (Registered 10 July 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 5-7 November 2005, to Portofino, Italy, to attend conference on trans-Atlantic defence and energy issues. Hotel accommodation paid for by Orient Express Limited. (I paid for my own air travel to and from Italy.) (Registered 7 November 2005)
| - 5-7 November 2005, to Portofino, Italy, to attend conference on trans-Atlantic defence and energy issues. Hotel accommodation paid for by Orient Express Limited. (I paid for my own air travel to and from Italy.) (Registered 7 November 2005)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- I received travel, tickets and hospitality for the FA Cup Final in Cardiff in May 2006; tickets and hospitality for the FA Cup semi-final in Birmingham in April 2006, and occasional hospitality and tickets at Upton Park for home games, all as a guest of West Ham United Football Club. (Registered 13 May 2006)
| - I received travel, tickets and hospitality for the FA Cup Final in Cardiff in May 2006; tickets and hospitality for the FA Cup semi-final in Birmingham in April 2006, and occasional hospitality and tickets at Upton Park for home games, all as a guest of West Ham United Football Club. (Registered 13 May 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Consultant to the Tote, providing advice on public policy in relation to horseracing. (£5,001-£10,000)
| - Consultant to the Tote, providing advice on public policy in relation to horseracing. (£5,001-£10,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 7-10 October 2005, to Cyprus, to speak at meetings and attend the march on Morphou. My travel and accommodation were paid for by the Morphou (Cyprus) Municipality. (Registered 18 October 2005)
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- 29 August-30 September 2005, to Guyana, to undertake a five week unpaid voluntary work placement with the Guyana Teachers Union, with Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO), paid for by VSO. The normal financial arrangements for VSO short term volunteers applied. (Registered 22 November 2005)
| - 29 August-30 September 2005, to Guyana, to undertake a five week unpaid voluntary work placement with the Guyana Teachers Union, with Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO), paid for by VSO. The normal financial arrangements for VSO short term volunteers applied. (Registered 22 November 2005)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Fees for articles for The Times (Up to £5,000).
- Fees for articles for The Guardian (Up to £5,000)
- Fees for articles for News of the World. (£5,001-£10,000)
- Fee for participation in seminar for McKinsey & Co in November 2005. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 16 January 2006)
- Fee for speech to the Amey Management Conference on 9 May. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 5 June 2006)
- Fees from BBC for appearances on 'This Week' TV programme on 18 and 25 May 2006. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 12 June 2006)
- Fee for article in Sunday Times on 28 May 2006. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 16 June 2006)
| - Fees for articles for The Times (Up to £5,000).
- Fees for articles for The Guardian (Up to £5,000)
- Fees for articles for News of the World. (£5,001-£10,000)
- Fee for participation in seminar for McKinsey & Co in November 2005. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 16 January 2006)
- Fee for speech to the Amey Management Conference on 9 May. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 5 June 2006)
- Fees from BBC for appearances on 'This Week' TV programme on 18 and 25 May 2006. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 12 June 2006)
- Fee for article in Sunday Times on 28 May 2006. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 16 June 2006)
- Fee for article in Sunday Times on 3 September 2006. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 30 October 2006)
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- 27 November-3 December 2005, to Japan, as a guest of the Japanese Government, which paid for my airfares, hotels and meals. (Registered 5 December 2005)
- 10-11 February 2006, to South Africa, to attend the Progressive Governance roundtable in Pretoria. My flights and accommodation were paid by the South African Government. (Registered 13 February 2006)
- 24 April-4 May 2006, to Australia, to make a speech for the Global Foundation and to meet with the Australian Labour Party. Costs met by the Global Foundation and Australian Labour Party. (Registered 5 June 2006)
| - 27 November-3 December 2005, to Japan, as a guest of the Japanese Government, which paid for my airfares, hotels and meals. (Registered 5 December 2005)
- 10-11 February 2006, to South Africa, to attend the Progressive Governance roundtable in Pretoria. My flights and accommodation were paid by the South African Government. (Registered 13 February 2006)
- 24 April-4 May 2006, to Australia, to make a speech for the Global Foundation and to meet with the Australian Labour Party. Costs met by the Global Foundation and Australian Labour Party. (Registered 5 June 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 26-30 November 2005, to Ghana, with a cross-party group to gain an insight into trade related issues for developing countries. The trip was paid for by Christian Aid. (Registered 8 December 2005)
| - 26-30 November 2005, to Ghana, with a cross-party group to gain an insight into trade related issues for developing countries. The trip was paid for by Christian Aid. (Registered 8 December 2005)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Senior Strategy Adviser to Accenture. (£35,001-£40,000)
| - Senior Strategy Adviser to Accenture. (£35,001-£40,000)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Fleming Family and Partners and Regent Square Estates Limited. (Registered 27 March 2006)
- (Registered 11 August 2006)
- (Registered 31 August 2006)
| - Fleming Family and Partners and Regent Square Estates Limited. (Registered 27 March 2006)
- (Registered 11 August 2006)
- (Registered 31 August 2006)
- Mr William Salomon of London (personal donation)
- Mr Edmund Lazarus of London (personal donation)
- Flowidea Ltd
- (Registered 5 October 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 14-16 August 2005, to Mali, visiting cotton farmers in my role as Shadow Secretary of State for International Development, as the guest of Christian Aid and Oxfam. The cost of my flights was provided by Flying Lion Limited. (Registered 20 September 2005)
- 22-25 January 2006, to Rwanda, in my role as Shadow Secretary of State for International Development, as the guest of SURF, the Survivors Fund visiting survivors of the 1994 Genocide and conflict resolution projects. The cost of my flight was provided by Flying Lion Limited (my hotel costs met by the Conservative Party). (Registered 30 January 2006)
- 3-4 April 2006, to Sudan, in my capacity as Shadow Secretary of State for International Development, to investigate the humanitarian situation there. The cost of my flight was met by Flying Lion Limited and my accommodation and in-country transport was provided by Oxfam. (Registered 24 April 2006)
- 17-18 July 2006, to Bangladesh, in my capacity as Shadow Secretary of State for International Development, to investigate programmes on Microfinance and Water and Sanitation. I was the guest of the Grameen Bank and WaterAid. The cost of my flight was met by Flying Lion Limited (and in-country transport provided by DFID Bangladesh). (Registered 19 July 2006)
| - 22-25 January 2006, to Rwanda, in my role as Shadow Secretary of State for International Development, as the guest of SURF, the Survivors Fund visiting survivors of the 1994 Genocide and conflict resolution projects. The cost of my flight was provided by Flying Lion Limited (my hotel costs met by the Conservative Party). (Registered 30 January 2006)
- 3-4 April 2006, to Sudan, in my capacity as Shadow Secretary of State for International Development, to investigate the humanitarian situation there. The cost of my flight was met by Flying Lion Limited and my accommodation and in-country transport was provided by Oxfam. (Registered 24 April 2006)
- 17-18 July 2006, to Bangladesh, in my capacity as Shadow Secretary of State for International Development, to investigate programmes on Microfinance and Water and Sanitation. I was the guest of the Grameen Bank and WaterAid. The cost of my flight was met by Flying Lion Limited (and in-country transport provided by DFID Bangladesh). (Registered 19 July 2006)
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- Senior Associate Editor of The House Magazine. (Up to £5,000)
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| | - 10-15 September 2006, to Israel and Palestine with Labour Friends of Israel (LFI). Travel and hospitality paid for by LFI. Accommodation paid for by LFI at a rate discounted through the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Some hospitality provided by the Palestinian Legislative Council/Palestinian Authority. Travel within Israel/Palestine provided by LFI. Some travel within Israel provided by the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs. (Registered 28 September 2006)
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| | - 14-20 October 2006, to Hong Kong for meetings with members of the Legislative Council, government representatives and business representatives to discuss current economic and political issues in Hong Kong and the region. The visit was organised and paid for by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government, who provided business class travel, business class hotel accommodation and subsistence. (Registered 23 October 2006)
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- 29 May-17 June 2006, to the US to participate in the International Visitor Programme, funded by the US Government (Department of State). (Registered 18 July 2006)
| - 29 May-17 June 2006, to the US to participate in the International Visitor Programme, funded by the US Government (Department of State). (Registered 18 July 2006)
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- 4-9 September 2005, to Kenya, with an all-party delegation, to look at the incidence and effect of TB in Kenya. Travel to and from Kenya and within the country, accommodation and expenses paid for by RESULTS, an international lobbying charity organisation. (Registered 27 October 2005)
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| | - Part-time research assistance provided by Network for Animals. (Registered 17 October 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 9-13 January 2006, to Israel, hosted by the Conservative Friends of Israel (CFI). CFI contributed the cost of the flights, accommodation and some meals. The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs contributed to the costs of travel inside Israel and some meals. (Registered 1 February 2006)
- 1-8 April 2006, to Botswana with the All-Party Parliamentary Botswana Group, at the invitation of the Botswana Government, to investigate a variety of issues including HIV/AIDS, sustainable wildlife, the relocation of indigenous peoples to the Central Kalahari Game Reserve and diversification of the economy, and to better understand the kind of help and support that the British Government can give to Botswana. All travel, accommodation and subsistence was paid for by the Botswana Government. (Registered 8 May 2006)
| - 9-13 January 2006, to Israel, hosted by the Conservative Friends of Israel (CFI). CFI contributed the cost of the flights, accommodation and some meals. The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs contributed to the costs of travel inside Israel and some meals. (Registered 1 February 2006)
- 1-8 April 2006, to Botswana with the All-Party Parliamentary Botswana Group, at the invitation of the Botswana Government, to investigate a variety of issues including HIV/AIDS, sustainable wildlife, the relocation of indigenous peoples to the Central Kalahari Game Reserve and diversification of the economy, and to better understand the kind of help and support that the British Government can give to Botswana. All travel, accommodation and subsistence was paid for by the Botswana Government. (Registered 8 May 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 20 December 2005, plane flight from London to Edinburgh, provided by Jonathan Green, a retired businessman from London. (Registered 13 January 2006)
| - 20 December 2005, plane flight from London to Edinburgh, provided by Jonathan Green, a retired businessman from London. (Registered 13 January 2006)
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- 31 May-3 June 2006, to Los Angeles, USA, to take part in a seminar discussion on security and intelligence issues at the University of California. My travel, accommodation, meals and incidental expenses were paid for by the University. (Registered 11 July 2006)
| - 31 May-3 June 2006, to Los Angeles, USA, to take part in a seminar discussion on security and intelligence issues at the University of California. My travel, accommodation, meals and incidental expenses were paid for by the University. (Registered 11 July 2006)
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- 1-18 February 2006, to Australia and New Zealand, to examine coal production and clean coal technologies in both countries. Travel and accommodation provided by the Construction, Forestry, Energy and Mining Union (CFEMU Australia). (Registered 14 March 2006)
| - 1-18 February 2006, to Australia and New Zealand, to examine coal production and clean coal technologies in both countries. Travel and accommodation provided by the Construction, Forestry, Energy and Mining Union (CFEMU Australia). (Registered 14 March 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- (Registered 16 August 2005)
- (Registered 16 August 2005)
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- (Registered 16 August 2005)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Parliamentary adviser to Wessex Pharmaceutical Group. (Up to £5,000)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
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- Barrister - not currently practicising.
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- 19-20 September 2005, to Washington DC on introductory visit, for meetings at the State Department, National Security Council, White House and Congress. Travel and accommodation costs met by Dr Liam Fox's office from a donation by Mr Michael Lewis, a London businessman. I received free upgrades of airline seats from Virgin Atlantic during my flights to and from Washington. (Registered 18 October 2005)
- 8-13 January 2006, to Israel, hosted by Conservative Friends of Israel. CFI contributed the cost of flights, accommodation and some meals. The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs contributed to the costs of travel inside Israel and some meals. (Registered 31 January 2006)
| - 8-13 January 2006, to Israel, hosted by Conservative Friends of Israel. CFI contributed the cost of flights, accommodation and some meals. The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs contributed to the costs of travel inside Israel and some meals. (Registered 31 January 2006)
- 24-29 September 2006, to Syria and Lebanon, on fact-finding visit to meet senior politicians. Flights and accommodation provided by the Conservative Middle East Council. (Registered 9 October 2006)
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- 11 June 2006, attendance at the British Grand Prix at Silverstone at the invitation of the Motorsport Association. (Registered 10 July 2006)
| - 11 June 2006, attendance at the British Grand Prix at Silverstone at the invitation of the Motorsport Association. (Registered 10 July 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Parliamentary Adviser to the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators, of which I am a Fellow. (£10,001-£15,000)
- Parliamentary Adviser to the Manufacturing Technologies Association, with effect from 1 September 2005. (£10,001-£15,000)
| - Parliamentary Adviser to the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators, of which I am a Fellow. (£10,001-£15,000)
- Parliamentary Adviser to the Manufacturing Technologies Association, with effect from 1 September 2005. (£10,001-£15,000)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Financial donation to support research project relating to health issues received from Mr Julian Schild of London. (Registered 11 August 2006)
| - Financial donation to support research project relating to health issues received from Mr Julian Schild of London. (Registered 11 August 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 18-19 November 2005, to Yaoundé, Cameroon, to attend Forum V Roll Back Malaria Partnership in my capacity as the Chairman of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Malaria. My travel and accommodation costs were paid for by the Roll Back Malaria Partnership. (Registered 28 November 2005)
| - 18-19 November 2005, to Yaoundé, Cameroon, to attend Forum V Roll Back Malaria Partnership in my capacity as the Chairman of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Malaria. My travel and accommodation costs were paid for by the Roll Back Malaria Partnership. (Registered 28 November 2005)
- 18-28 September 2006, to Malawi for five days and Ethiopia for five days, as Chairman of the All-Party Parliamentary Malaria Group, to observe and participate in malaria control programmes and net distribution, at the invitation of UNICEF who met all my travel and accommodation costs. (Registered 24 October 2006)
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- 6-7 August 2005, to Larnaca, Cyprus, to speak at a demonstration. Return flight and one night's hotel accommodation provided by Municipality of Ammochostos-famagusta. (Registered 30 September 2005)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Associate Editor, House Magazine. (£5,001-£10,000)
- I provide a weekly digest on parliamentary affairs, occasional advice and speaking at conferences for the British Healthcare Trade Association, who produce equipment for the disabled. (£5,001-£10,000)
- Lectures for CMPS (Centre for Management and Policy Studies). (Up to £5,000)
- Articles for News International Group. (£5,001-£10,000)
| - Associate Editor, House Magazine. (£5,001-£10,000)
- I provide a weekly digest on parliamentary affairs, occasional advice and speaking at conferences for the British Healthcare Trade Association, who produce equipment for the disabled. (£5,001-£10,000)
- Lectures for CMPS (Centre for Management and Policy Studies). (Up to £5,000)
- Articles for News International Group. (£5,001-£10,000)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- In connection with my participation in "The Daily Politics" programme on the BBC (from 8 May-3 July 2006) I received free personal training from fitness training company Bodydoctor Fitness over a seven week period. I received no fee for participating in the programme. (Registered 6 June 2006)
| - In connection with my participation in "The Daily Politics" programme on the BBC (from 8 May-3 July 2006) I received free personal training from fitness training company Bodydoctor Fitness over a seven week period. I received no fee for participating in the programme. (Registered 6 June 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 7-9 October 2005, attendance at launch event for Cryosat, UK science-led climate change satellite, ESRIN, in Rome. Accommodation provided by the European Space Agency and travel by EADS Astrium Ltd. (Registered 17 October 2005)
| - 9-15 September 2006, to Shanghai, Xian and Bejing, China, to visit rail freight facilities. Hotel and transport funded by the Rail Freight Group. (Registered 30 October 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- February 2006, I received upgrades from Virgin Airways on return flights London to Washington DC. (Registered 22 February 2006)
- 14 July 2006, return helicopter trip between London and Uttoxeter provided by JCB. (Registered 10 August 2006)
| - February 2006, I received upgrades from Virgin Airways on return flights London to Washington DC. (Registered 22 February 2006)
- 14 July 2006, return helicopter trip between London and Uttoxeter provided by JCB. (Registered 10 August 2006)
- 27 September 2006, helicopter flight from London to Brecqhou, and return, to meet with Sir David and Sir Frederick Barclay, provided by Aidan Barclay of Ellerman Investments Limited, London. (Registered 20 October 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 8-18 June 2006, to Canada and the United States. I attended a Bilderberg Conference in Ottawa 8-11 June, for which my hotel bill and a contribution to the cost of my flights was paid by the Canadian sponsors of the Conference. Between 15-18 June I attended the AEI World Forum, Beaver Creek, Colorado, who paid for my hotel and airport transfers. I paid for all my other expenses and travel. (Registered 8 July 2006)
| - 8-18 June 2006, to Canada and the United States. I attended a Bilderberg Conference in Ottawa 8-11 June, for which my hotel bill and a contribution to the cost of my flights was paid by the Canadian sponsors of the Conference. Between 15-18 June I attended the AEI World Forum, Beaver Creek, Colorado, who paid for my hotel and airport transfers. I paid for all my other expenses and travel. (Registered 8 July 2006)
- 30 August-3 September 2006, to Japan, to meet government and business leaders. Flights, transport and accommodation provided by Central Japan Railways Co. (Registered 10 October 2006)
- 4-7 September 2006, to India. Flight from Japan to India paid for by Central Japan Railways Co. Private jet from Mumbai Airport to Pune Airport, and return to Mumbai, provided by JCB. Private jet from Mumbai to Delhi, and from Delhi to London Heathrow, provided by Michael Spencer. (Accommodation provided by the Conservative Party for one night and by the British High Commissioner for two nights.) (Registered 10 October 2006)
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| | - Consultant on energy policy to South Hook LNG Terminal Company Ltd. The company is involved in the development and operation of a liquid natural gas receiving and regasification terminal. (£45,001-£50,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 20 September 2005, flight from Lansing, Michigan to Alpena, Michigan, in order to study bovine TB, and one night's stay in Lansing, paid for by the State of Michigan Department of Agriculture. (Flights to and from Michigan paid for by party funds.) (Registered 2 November 2005)
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- (Registered 27 February 2006)
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- (Registered 8 September 2006)
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- (Registered 26 June 2006)
- (Registered 8 September 2006)
- September 2006, Mr Raymond Dalton, Hemel Hempstead (personal donation)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 8-12 September 2005, to Gibraltar, as part of the delegation from the All-Party Parliamentary Gibraltar Group to attend National Day celebrations, as guest of the Gibraltar Government. (Registered 24 October 2005)
| - 8-12 September 2006, to Gibraltar, as part of the delegation from the All-Party Parliamentary Gibraltar Group to attend National Day celebrations, as guest of the Gibraltar Government. (Registered 8 September 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 18-21 September 2005, to USA, to extend and improve links between British and American legislators. Travel and accommodation costs met by Dr Liam Fox's office from a donation by Mr Michael Lewis, a businessman from London. I received free upgrade on return flight from Virgin Atlantic. (Registered 24 October 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 8-12 September 2005, to Gibraltar to attend National Day celebrations, as part of the delegation from the All-Party Parliamentary Gibraltar Group, as guests of the Gibraltar Government. (Registered 10 November 2005)
| - 8-12 September 2005, to Gibraltar to attend National Day celebrations, as part of the delegation from the All-Party Parliamentary Gibraltar Group, as guests of the Gibraltar Government. (Registered 10 November 2005)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Fee from Granada Television for appearance on University Challenge 'The Professionals' on 16 October 2005. Fee donated to charities and community groups in Ealing North. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 17 November 2005)
| - Fee from Granada Television for appearance on University Challenge 'The Professionals' on 16 October 2005. Fee donated to charities and community groups in Ealing North. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 17 November 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 13-16 November 2005, to Bangalore, India on BA inaugural flight on Heathrow-Bangalore route and to meet Karnataka state officials and politicians. Flights and accommodation provided by British Airways. (Registered 17 November 2005)
- 1-9 April 2006, to India, with Labour Friends of India. International travel provided by the Confederation of Indian Industry and all accommodation, domestic travel and hospitality provided by the Government of India. (Registered 18 April 2006)
| - 13-16 November 2005, to Bangalore, India on BA inaugural flight on Heathrow-Bangalore route and to meet Karnataka state officials and politicians. Flights and accommodation provided by British Airways. (Registered 17 November 2005)
- 1-9 April 2006, to India, with Labour Friends of India. International travel provided by the Confederation of Indian Industry and all accommodation, domestic travel and hospitality provided by the Government of India. (Registered 18 April 2006)
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7. Overseas benefits and gifts |
- 22-25 July 2005, while on government business in the United States, I stayed, together with three civil servants, at a ranch near Denver owned by Mr Phil Anschutz. My Department made a contribution to the Red Cross appeal for victims of the London bombings of 7 July in lieu of the cost of this accommodation. (Registered 5 July 2006)
| - 22-25 July 2005, while on government business in the United States, I stayed, together with three civil servants, at a ranch near Denver owned by Mr Phil Anschutz. My Department made a contribution to the Red Cross appeal for victims of the London bombings of 7 July in lieu of the cost of this accommodation. (Registered 5 July 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- April 2006, my wife and I received upgrades from Virgin Atlantic on return flights from London Heathrow to Miami. (Registered 26 April 2006)
| - April 2006, my wife and I received upgrades from Virgin Atlantic on return flights from London Heathrow to Miami. (Registered 26 April 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 27-29 January 2006, to Paris, accompanied by my wife, to participate in a conference organised by European Study Tours, who paid for our Eurostar first class travel, hotel accommodation and a dinner. (Registered 6 February 2006)
| - 27-29 January 2006, to Paris, accompanied by my wife, to participate in a conference organised by European Study Tours, who paid for our Eurostar first class travel, hotel accommodation and a dinner. (Registered 6 February 2006)
- 16-23 September 2006, to Hong Kong with the All-Party Parliamentary China Group, at the invitation and expense of the Hong Kong SAR Government. (Registered 26 September 2006)
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- 18-22 September 2005, to Israel with Conservative Friends of Israel to meet members of the Israeli Government and opposition, Parliament and the military; and grassroots organisations promoting Arab-Israeli co-operation. Meeting with Palestinian think-tank. Travel and accommodation paid for by the Conservative Friends of Israel. (Registered 27 September 2005)
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| | - July 2006, on a private trip to Washington DC, my wife and I were upgraded by BA to Business Class on the outward journey and to Premier Economy on the return journey. (Registered 16 October 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 18-20 November 2005, to Bahrain, at the invitation and expense of the Bahrain Businessmen's Association. (Registered 5 December 2005)
- 31 March-6 April 2006, to Egypt with UK-Egypt All-Party Parliamentary Group, to further political relations between the UK and Egypt. I was accompanied by my wife and our visit was made at the invitation and expense of the Egyptian Government. (Registered 25 April 2006)
| - 18-20 November 2005, to Bahrain, at the invitation and expense of the Bahrain Businessmen's Association. (Registered 5 December 2005)
- 31 March-6 April 2006, to Egypt with UK-Egypt All-Party Parliamentary Group, to further political relations between the UK and Egypt. I was accompanied by my wife and our visit was made at the invitation and expense of the Egyptian Government. (Registered 25 April 2006)
- 15-21 September 2006, to Bahrain, as secretary of the UK-Bahrain All-Party Parliamentary Group and accompanied by my wife, to meet with elected members and government ministers in order to discuss matters of mutual interest and to study the electoral registration and voting arrangements for the forthcoming Bahrain elections. Travel and accommodation expenses met by the Bahrain Government. (Registered 22 September 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Articles for Building journal. (Up to £5,000)
- Articles for the Municipal Journal. (Up to £5,000)
- Chair of the Fire Protection Association Council. (£5,001-£10,000)
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- Articles for the Municipal Journal. (Up to £5,000)
- Chair of the Fire Protection Association Council. (£5,001-£10,000)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 18 January 2006, my wife and I attended a performance of the Barber of Seville and dinner as guests of Arup Group Limited. (Registered 15 February 2006)
| - 18 January 2006, my wife and I attended a performance of the Barber of Seville and dinner as guests of Arup Group Limited. (Registered 15 February 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Fees for talks to Civil Service Training Conferences. (Up to £5,000)
- Speech to Asinta Network Conference in London on pensions. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 16 May 2006)
- Speech on global markets to Gerson Lehman and clients on 27 June 2006. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 5 July 2006)
| - Fees for talks to Civil Service Training Conferences. (Up to £5,000)
- Speech to Asinta Network Conference in London on pensions. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 16 May 2006)
- Speech on global markets to Gerson Lehman and clients on 27 June 2006. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 5 July 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 2-6 July 2006, to Kyrgyzstan, on a democracy building education seminar with the Westminster Foundation for Democracy. Flights and accommodation were paid for by the charity Interserve who are working in the region. (Registered 18 July 2006)
| - 2-6 July 2006, to Kyrgyzstan, on a democracy building education seminar with the Westminster Foundation for Democracy. Flights and accommodation were paid for by the charity Interserve who are working in the region. (Registered 18 July 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 7-12 May 2006, to USA, fact finding trip specifically to visit the Hanford nuclear site in Washington state, which is undergoing nuclear decommissioning similar to the Sellafield nuclear complex in my constituency. I was accompanied by my parliamentary researcher and we travelled to Seattle and Pasco and then to Washington DC to meet legislators and officials. The visit was funded by the Fluor Corporation. (Registered 22 May 2006)
| - 7-12 May 2006, to USA, fact finding trip specifically to visit the Hanford nuclear site in Washington state, which is undergoing nuclear decommissioning similar to the Sellafield nuclear complex in my constituency. I was accompanied by my parliamentary researcher and we travelled to Seattle and Pasco and then to Washington DC to meet legislators and officials. The visit was funded by the Fluor Corporation. (Registered 22 May 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Fee for article written for African Analyst. (£1,410) (Up to £5,000) (Registered 23 May 2006)
| - Fee for article written for African Analyst. (£1,410) (Up to £5,000) (Registered 23 May 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- Honorary membership of the Chelsea Arts Club. (Registered 9 November 2005)
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9. Registrable shareholdings |
- Exit bonus received from Alliance Medical Ltd on demitting office (Registered 27 June 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Donations to my constituency party received from:
- Co-operative Party
- Unison
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Consultant to Schroder Property Investment Management Limited. (Up to £5,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
| | - 18-24 September 2006, to Oman, as a member of the Oman All-Party Parliamentary Group, to meet Omani Parliamentarians and Ministers, as a guest of the Government of Oman. Flights paid for by the Conservative Middle East Council. (Registered 25 September 2006)
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| | - 6-13 September 2006, to Gibraltar as member of parliamentary delegation to attend National Day celebrations, as a guest of the Government of Gibraltar who paid for flights, hotels and meals. (Registered 31 October 2006)
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- 25 September-10 October 2005, to Uganda, as member of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on the Great Lakes Region and Genocide Prevention, to look at the situation in Northern Uganda. Hotel, flights and food paid for by Christian Aid. (Registered 12 October 2005)
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| | - 4-7 October 2006, to Finland, to visit Olkiluto nuclear station and storage facility. Cost of flights, accommodation and food met by Nirex. (Registered 26 October 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Adviser on economic affairs to Lotus Asset Management (with effect from 26 May 2005). (£15,001-£20,000)
- Member of Advisory Board of Datanomic Ltd, giving general strategic business advice. (Up to £5,000)
- Adviser to Dentons Pension Management Ltd, giving general strategic business advice. (£25,001-£30,000)
| - Adviser on economic affairs to Lotus Asset Management (with effect from 26 May 2005). (£15,001-£20,000)
- Member of Advisory Board of Datanomic Ltd, giving general strategic business advice. (Up to £5,000)
- Adviser to Dentons Pension Management Ltd, giving general strategic business advice. (£25,001-£30,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 7-11 October 2005, to Astana and Almaty, Kazakhstan, for meetings with Government Ministers, members of opposition parties and NGOs for discussions on political and economic reform. Air fares and accommodation provided by the Caspian Information Centre. (Registered 9 November 2005)
- 1-9 January 2006, to India with Conservative Parliamentary Friends of India, visiting Delhi, Mumbai and Jaipur, to be briefed on political and economic developments in India. Travel and accommodation expenses met by the Government of India and the Confederation of Indian Industries. (Registered 31 January 2006)
| - 7-11 October 2005, to Astana and Almaty, Kazakhstan, for meetings with Government Ministers, members of opposition parties and NGOs for discussions on political and economic reform. Air fares and accommodation provided by the Caspian Information Centre. (Registered 9 November 2005)
- 1-9 January 2006, to India with Conservative Parliamentary Friends of India, visiting Delhi, Mumbai and Jaipur, to be briefed on political and economic developments in India. Travel and accommodation expenses met by the Government of India and the Confederation of Indian Industries. (Registered 31 January 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Fee from Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland for speaking at Annual Dinner on 11 November 2005. Overnight accommodation for my wife and me also provided. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 18 November 2005)
| - Fee from Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland for speaking at Annual Dinner on 11 November 2005. Overnight accommodation for my wife and me also provided. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 18 November 2005)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- Gift of set of two entry badges from Scottish Racing valid during 2006. (Registered 22 December 2005)
- My wife and I were upgraded to upper class on return flights from London to Los Angeles on 27 May and 1 June 2006 by Virgin Atlantic. (Registered 19 June 2006)
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- My wife and I were upgraded to upper class on return flights from London to Los Angeles on 27 May and 1 June 2006 by Virgin Atlantic. (Registered 19 June 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 18-27 February 2006, to Kashmir and Sri Lanka. Four day visit to Pakistan and Kashmir with the All-Party Parliamentary Kashmir Group to visit earthquake zone. My flight from London to Islamabad and two nights' hotel accommodation was provided by the Pakistan Government. (Two nights' accommodation provided by friends.) Five day visit to Sri Lanka for Reading Initiative for Tsunami Action (RITA) to hand over RITA funded homes for tsunami victims and assess future projects. I received three nights' complimentary accommodation at Barbaryn Reef Hotel, Beruwela. (I paid for my flights from Islamabad to Karachi, from Karachi to Colombo and return to London, and for one night's hotel accommodation in Colombo.) (Registered 13 March 2006)
| - 18-27 February 2006, to Kashmir and Sri Lanka. Four day visit to Pakistan and Kashmir with the All-Party Parliamentary Kashmir Group to visit earthquake zone. My flight from London to Islamabad and two nights' hotel accommodation was provided by the Pakistan Government. (Two nights' accommodation provided by friends.) Five day visit to Sri Lanka for Reading Initiative for Tsunami Action (RITA) to hand over RITA funded homes for tsunami victims and assess future projects. I received three nights' complimentary accommodation at Barbaryn Reef Hotel, Beruwela. (I paid for my flights from Islamabad to Karachi, from Karachi to Colombo and return to London, and for one night's hotel accommodation in Colombo.) (Registered 13 March 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 15 February 2006, one ticket to the Brit Awards as guest of the Brit Trust. (Registered 7 March 2006)
| - 15 February 2006, one ticket to the Brit Awards as guest of the Brit Trust. (Registered 7 March 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 4-5 February 2006, to New York, to attend an Asian Awards Ceremony at which I received an award. The cost of my business class flight was met by PTV Prime (USA). (Registered 22 March 2006)
- 16-25 February 2006, to Pakistan, to visit earthquake relief work. The cost of return flights and hotel accommodation were met by the Senate of Pakistan. Internal helicopter flights to visit earthquake areas of Pakistan were provided courtesy of the Aga Kkan Foundation, Pakistan. (Registered 16 June 2006)
| - 4-5 February 2006, to New York, to attend an Asian Awards Ceremony at which I received an award. The cost of my business class flight was met by PTV Prime (USA). (Registered 22 March 2006)
- 16-25 February 2006, to Pakistan, to visit earthquake relief work. The cost of return flights and hotel accommodation were met by the Senate of Pakistan. Internal helicopter flights to visit earthquake areas of Pakistan were provided courtesy of the Aga Kkan Foundation, Pakistan. (Registered 16 June 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- In May 2006, my wife and I received upgrades from Virgin Atlantic on private flights to and from Boston Massachusetts, USA. (Registered 7 June 2006)
| - In May 2006, my wife and I received upgrades from Virgin Atlantic on private flights to and from Boston Massachusetts, USA. (Registered 7 June 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Parliamentary consultant to the Institution of Structural Engineers (six-month appointment). (£5,001-£10,000)
| - Parliamentary consultant to the Institution of Structural Engineers (six-month appointment). (£5,001-£10,000)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- February 2006, I attended the British Music Awards as the guest of the British Music Rights organisation. (Registered 26 April 2006)
| - February 2006, I attended the British Music Awards as the guest of the British Music Rights organisation. (Registered 26 April 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Categories of business underwritten in open and run-off years: All, except life.
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Fee from Clive Conway Celebrity Productions Limited for "An Audience with Clare Short" at Whitley Bay Playhouse on 11 November 2005. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 21 December 2005)
- Two payments from Objective Productions for my participation in The Last Word television programme on 9 January and 27 February 2006 on Channel 4 Digital. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 14 March 2006)
- Fee from Clive Conway Celebrity Productions Ltd for appearing in "An Audience with Clare Short" at the Platform Theatre, Morecombe, on 5 March 2006. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 24 March 2006)
- Fees from BBC World Service for my contribution to the documentary series "The Short View". (Up to £5,000) (Registered 13 April 2006)
- Fee from Clive Conway Celebrity Productions Ltd in respect of my speech to Sunguard Sherwood Systems on 13 June 2006. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 27 June 2006)
| - Fee from Clive Conway Celebrity Productions Limited for "An Audience with Clare Short" at Whitley Bay Playhouse on 11 November 2005. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 21 December 2005)
- Two payments from Objective Productions for my participation in The Last Word television programme on 9 January and 27 February 2006 on Channel 4 Digital. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 14 March 2006)
- Fee from Clive Conway Celebrity Productions Ltd for appearing in "An Audience with Clare Short" at the Platform Theatre, Morecombe, on 5 March 2006. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 24 March 2006)
- Fees from BBC World Service for my contribution to the documentary series "The Short View". (Up to £5,000) (Registered 13 April 2006)
- Fee from Clive Conway Celebrity Productions Ltd in respect of my speech to Sunguard Sherwood Systems on 13 June 2006. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 27 June 2006)
- Honorarium from ActionAid for my support and work in taking up a case in Ethiopia for them. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 30 October 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 5-10 April 2006, to New Delhi, India, to take part in the Hindustan Times Kitab UK-Indian Literary Festival. My flight one way (see next entry) and accommodation were paid for by the Kitab Festival organisers. (Registered 5 July 2006)
- 10-13 April 2006, to Doha, Qatar, to attend the 6th Doha Forum for Democracy, Development and Free Trade. My flights from New Delhi to Doha (see previous entry) and back to London and accommodation in Doha were paid by the Qatar Embassy in London. (Registered 5 July 2006)
- 30 April-4 May 2006, to Amman, Jordan, to attend the "Cities without Slums" Policy Advisory meeting. My flights, accommodation, expenses and an honorarium were paid by the World Bank. (Registered 5 July 2006)
- 12-13 June 2006, to Barcelona, Spain, to deliver a speech at the Sungard Systems Customer/Partner Conference. My flights, accommodation, expenses and a keynote speaker fee were paid by Sungard Systems. (Registered 5 July 2006)
| - 5-10 April 2006, to New Delhi, India, to take part in the Hindustan Times Kitab UK-Indian Literary Festival. My flight one way (see next entry) and accommodation were paid for by the Kitab Festival organisers. (Registered 5 July 2006)
- 10-13 April 2006, to Doha, Qatar, to attend the 6th Doha Forum for Democracy, Development and Free Trade. My flights from New Delhi to Doha (see previous entry) and back to London and accommodation in Doha were paid by the Qatar Embassy in London. (Registered 5 July 2006)
- 30 April-4 May 2006, to Amman, Jordan, to attend the "Cities without Slums" Policy Advisory meeting. My flights, accommodation, expenses and an honorarium were paid by the World Bank. (Registered 5 July 2006)
- 12-13 June 2006, to Barcelona, Spain, to deliver a speech at the Sungard Systems Customer/Partner Conference. My flights, accommodation, expenses and a keynote speaker fee were paid by Sungard Systems. (Registered 5 July 2006)
- 26 July-3 August 2006, to the Philippines, on fact-finding visit at the behest of the Missionary Society of Saint Columban, CAFOD and Trocaire, Ireland, to study the likely effect of proposed mining on ecology and livelihoods. Fare and expenses paid by CAFOD and my accommodation provided by Columban fathers. (Registered 5 October 2006)
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- (Registered 18 November 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 6-11 October 2005, to Uganda, to study conflict in northern Uganda with the All-Party Parliamentary Group on the Great Lakes Region and Genocide Prevention, paid for by Northern Uganda Advocacy for Peace Project. (Registered 24 October 2005)
- 27 January-3 February 2006, to Yemen, in my capacity as Shadow International Development Minister. All costs of flights and accommodation were met by Oxfam. (Registered 27 February 2006)
- 5-8 June 2006, to the Ukraine to look at measures being taken to meet the challenges of the spread of tuberculosis. My travel and accommodation were paid for by Results UK. (Registered 14 June 2006)
| - 27 January-3 February 2006, to Yemen, in my capacity as Shadow International Development Minister. All costs of flights and accommodation were met by Oxfam. (Registered 27 February 2006)
- 5-8 June 2006, to the Ukraine to look at measures being taken to meet the challenges of the spread of tuberculosis. My travel and accommodation were paid for by Results UK. (Registered 14 June 2006)
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- 5-7 November 2004, to Madrid, to attend British-Spanish Tertulias. Flights and two nights' accommodation for my partner and me paid for by British-Spanish Tertulias. (Registered 13 October 2005)
- 16-21 January 2005, to Israel and the Palestinian Territories, to meet members of the Israeli Government and Parliament, Israel Labor Party activists, representatives of the military, HM Government representatives, the Palestinian Authority and Legislative Council, and grassroots organisations. (Registered 13 October 2005)
- 1-5 June 2005, to Moscow, to lecture at the Moscow School of Political Studies. Travel cost met by and accommodation provided at the Moscow School of Political Studies. (Registered 1 November 2005)
- 7-8 July 2005, to Portugal, to support the launch of new Jaguar XJ Diesel, which is made in Erdington. Flight and overnight accommodation provided by Jaguar. (Registered 13 October 2005)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Consultant to G3 Defence Consulting Ltd, formerly the Eric Morris Consultancy Ltd (Geopolitical Analysts and Advisers). (Up to £5,000)
| - Consultant to G3 Defence Consulting Ltd, formerly the Eric Morris Consultancy Ltd (Geopolitical Analysts and Advisers). (Up to £5,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 26 February-3 March 2006, to Occupied Palestinian Territories and Israel with the Conservative Middle East Council. Travel and accommodation expenses met by the Conservative Middle East Council. (Registered 8 March 2006)
- 15-17 May 2006, to Israel and Jordan, in my capacity as Shadow Foreign Office Minister. My flights and accommodation costs in Israel were paid for by the Conservative Friends of Israel. (I stayed at the residence of the British Ambassador in Jordan during my visit to Amman.) (Registered 23 May 2006)
| - 26 February-3 March 2006, to Occupied Palestinian Territories and Israel with the Conservative Middle East Council. Travel and accommodation expenses met by the Conservative Middle East Council. (Registered 8 March 2006)
- 15-17 May 2006, to Israel and Jordan, in my capacity as Shadow Foreign Office Minister. My flights and accommodation costs in Israel were paid for by the Conservative Friends of Israel. (I stayed at the residence of the British Ambassador in Jordan during my visit to Amman.) (Registered 23 May 2006)
- 2-3 September 2006, to the Republic of Korea to meet Government ministers, Korean parliamentarians and companies in Korea, and also to visit the border with North Korea at Panmunjom. Travel and accommodation were funded jointly by the Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade and by the Korean National Assembly. (Registered 26 September 2006)
- 15-21 September 2006, to Bahrain accompanied by my wife, to meet with elected members and government ministers in order to discuss matters of mutual interest and to study the electoral registration and voting arrangements for the forthcoming Bahrain elections. (Registered 5 October 2006)
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- Television programme: a regular contributor on BBC3's "Live at Johnny's" from February 2004. (Up to £5,000)
| - Television programme: a regular contributor on BBC3's "Live at Johnny's" from February 2004. (Up to £5,000)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 24-30 September 2005, to USA accompanied by my wife, to attend a conference on social justice arranged jointly by the Centre for Social Justice and the Heritage Foundation. Our travel and accommodation during the conference was paid for by the Centre for Social Justice of which I am an unremunerated director. (Registered 17 October 2005)
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- 8-12 September 2005, to Gibraltar, to attend National Day celebrations at the invitation of the Government of Gibraltar who paid for my travel and accommodation. (Registered 17 March 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 22-26 August 2006, to Stavanger, Norway, to visit Offshore Northern Seas (ONS) conference and exhibition, with the British Offshore Oil and Gas Industry All-Party Parliamentary Group. Overseas flights, hotel accommodation, local transport and hospitality sponsored by the UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), Shell, Chevron, BP,Exxon Mobil, and Statoil. (Registered 13 September 2006)
| - 22-26 August 2006, to Stavanger, Norway, to visit Offshore Northern Seas (ONS) conference and exhibition, with the British Offshore Oil and Gas Industry All-Party Parliamentary Group. Overseas flights, hotel accommodation, local transport and hospitality sponsored by the UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), Shell, Chevron, BP,Exxon Mobil, and Statoil. (Registered 13 September 2006)
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- 27 January-3 February 2006, to the Yemen, to study Oxfam projects in health and education, to meet Yemenis involved in Oxfam's civil society capacity-building programme, local and national politicians, other NGO representatives and British Embassy and DfID officials. The visit was financed by Oxfam. (Registered 22 March 2006)
| - 27 January-3 February 2006, to the Yemen, to study Oxfam projects in health and education, to meet Yemenis involved in Oxfam's civil society capacity-building programme, local and national politicians, other NGO representatives and British Embassy and DfID officials. The visit was financed by Oxfam. (Registered 22 March 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
| | - Two season tickets from Leicester City Club for the 2006-2007 season. (Registered 19 October 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 15 February 2006, I attended the Brit Awards as a guest of the British Phonographic Industry. (Registered 8 March 2006)
| - 15 February 2006, I attended the Brit Awards as a guest of the British Phonographic Industry. (Registered 8 March 2006)
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1. Remunerated directorships |
- Non-executive President of the Association of Electricity Producers. (£10,001-£15,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 9-12 September 2005, to Gibraltar as guest of the Government of Gibraltar. (Registered 22 September 2005)
- 13-20 September 2005, to Iraq as guest of the Iraqi Regional Government, Kurdistan. (Registered 22 September 2005)
- 1-3 April 2006, to Israel, to visit the Weizmann Institute to look at medical research and climate change issues, paid for by the Weizmann Institute. (Registered 24 April 2006)
| - 1-3 April 2006, to Israel, to visit the Weizmann Institute to look at medical research and climate change issues, paid for by the Weizmann Institute. (Registered 24 April 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Donations to my constituency association received from:
- Malabar Capital Limited, London. (Registered 26 September 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 24-28 September 2005, to Syria, to discuss economic development. Transport and accommodation costs paid for by Sovereign Solutions Limited. (Registered 26 September 2005)
- 24-29 November 2005, to the United Arab Emirates with all-party delegation to meet Government representatives, at the invitation of the Government of the UAE. The cost of flights and accommodation was met by the Government of the UAE. (Registered 13 December 2005)
- 25 May-31 May 2006, to Syria, in my capacity as a Director of the British Syrian Society, with flights and accommodation paid for by the Society. (Registered 5 June 2006)
| - 24-29 November 2005, to the United Arab Emirates with all-party delegation to meet Government representatives, at the invitation of the Government of the UAE. The cost of flights and accommodation was met by the Government of the UAE. (Registered 13 December 2005)
- 25 May-31 May 2006, to Syria, in my capacity as a Director of the British Syrian Society, with flights and accommodation paid for by the Society. (Registered 5 June 2006)
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- 2-8 September 2006, to the Republic of Korea, to meet Government Ministers, Korean parliamentarians and companies in Korea, and also to visit to the border with North Korea at Panmunjom. (Registered 12 September 2006)
| - 2-8 September 2006, to the Republic of Korea, to meet Government Ministers, Korean parliamentarians and companies in Korea, and also to visit to the border with North Korea at Panmunjom. Travel and accommodation were funded jointly by the Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade and by the Korean National Assembly. (Registered 12 September 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 14-30 September 2005, to Palestine and Israel. Flight and accommodation in Israel funded by the Anglo-Israel Association. Accommodation and travel in Palestine funded by a number of Palestinian NGOs linked to Interpal (a UK charity). (Registered 2 October 2005)
- 23-26 August 2006, to Lebanon, to assess the political and humanitarian situation post-conflict, meet with religious and political leaders and see the war damage in Beirut and Southern Lebanon. My return flight from London to Beirut and hospitality in Lebanon were funded by a consortium involving the Al Khoei Foundation, Interpal and the British Muslim Forum. (Registered 3 September 2006)
| - 23-26 August 2006, to Lebanon, to assess the political and humanitarian situation post-conflict, meet with religious and political leaders and see the war damage in Beirut and Southern Lebanon. My return flight from London to Beirut and hospitality in Lebanon were funded by a consortium involving the Al Khoei Foundation, Interpal and the British Muslim Forum. (Registered 3 September 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Public affairs and parliamentary adviser to the Board of Airlines of Great Britain (involves occasional travel on a number of airlines in connection with airline work; occasional free air travel for immediate family). (Up to £5,000)
| - Public affairs and parliamentary adviser to the Board of Airlines of Great Britain (involves occasional travel on a number of airlines in connection with airline work; occasional free air travel for immediate family). (Up to £5,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 11-16 September 2005, to Romania to discuss Romania's accession to the EU with parliamentarians and officials. Internal travel and accommodation was funded by the Romanian Parliament. (Travel to and from Romania funded from Members' extended travel allowance.) (Registered 5 January 2006)
- 7-10 January 2006, to Jerusalem to attend the International Conference of Jewish Parliamentarians to discuss the problems facing the Middle East. Travel and accommodation funded by the World Jewish Congress and the Israel Forum. (Registered 16 January 2006)
| - 11-16 September 2005, to Romania to discuss Romania's accession to the EU with parliamentarians and officials. Internal travel and accommodation was funded by the Romanian Parliament. (Travel to and from Romania funded from Members' extended travel allowance.) (Registered 5 January 2006)
- 7-10 January 2006, to Jerusalem to attend the International Conference of Jewish Parliamentarians to discuss the problems facing the Middle East. Travel and accommodation funded by the World Jewish Congress and the Israel Forum. (Registered 16 January 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 8-11 June 2006, to Germany as a member of the UK Parliamentary Football Club. Match ticket, hospitality and coach transport provided by McDonald's and National Grid. (Registered 17 June 2006)
| - 8-11 June 2006, to Germany as a member of the UK Parliamentary Football Club. Match ticket, hospitality and coach transport provided by McDonald's and National Grid. (Registered 17 June 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- July-August 2005, space available upgrade from BA World Traveller Plus to BA Club, London/Boston; and to BA First, Boston/London, for self and wife. (Registered 6 February 2006)
- January 2006, space available upgrade from BA World Traveller Plus to BA Club, Johannesburg/London for wife and daughter. (Registered 6 February 2006)
- 22 June 2006, space available upgrade from Economy to Club Europe for self and wife on London to Istanbul flight provided by British Airways. (Registered 25 July 2006)
- 8 July 2006, two tickets for self and wife for Wimbledon Ladies Final, and hospitality, courtesy of BP plc. (Registered 25 July 2006)
| - July-August 2005, space available upgrade from BA World Traveller Plus to BA Club, London/Boston; and to BA First, Boston/London, for self and wife. (Registered 6 February 2006)
- January 2006, space available upgrade from BA World Traveller Plus to BA Club, Johannesburg/London for wife and daughter. (Registered 6 February 2006)
- 22 June 2006, space available upgrade from Economy to Club Europe for self and wife on London to Istanbul flight provided by British Airways. (Registered 25 July 2006)
- 8 July 2006, two tickets for self and wife for Wimbledon Ladies Final, and hospitality, courtesy of BP plc. (Registered 25 July 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 22-26 June 2006, to Istanbul with my wife, as guests of the Turkish Government who provided us with hotel accommodation. (We paid for our own flights; see Category 5 above). (Registered 5 September 2006)
| - 22-26 June 2006, to Istanbul with my wife, as guests of the Turkish Government who provided us with hotel accommodation. (We paid for our own flights; see Category 5 above). (Registered 5 September 2006)
- 13-17 September 2006, to Aspen, Colorado, accompanied by my wife, to attend and participate in 2006 Forstmann Little Aspen Conference. Hotel accommodation in Aspen and flights London/New York/Aspen and Washington DC/London paid for by Forstmann Little & Co, New York. Travel from Aspen/Washington courtesy of Mr Johan Eliasch in his private plane. (Registered 22 September 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 17-21 October 2005, to Kyrgzstan, with my wife, to visit humanitarian projects funded by Interserve (a charity). (Registered 4 November 2005)
| - 9-20 October 2006, to Ethiopia, to explore governance and integrity, funded by the Bible Society. (Registered 27 October 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 5-8 December 2005, to Montreal, Canada, to attend the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and in particular the G8 + 5 Legislators Climate Change Forum organised by GLOBE and the Canadian Government. The flights were paid for by GLOBE UK and the accommodation was paid for by the Canadian Government. (Registered 26 January 2006)
- 18-23 April 2006, to Washington DC, to attend consultations in advance of the World Bank's Spring Meeting and to attend meetings with senior World Bank Officers on the Investment Framework. Flights were paid for by GLOBE UK and the World Bank and accommodation was paid for by World Bank. (Registered 28 April 2006)
| - 5-8 December 2005, to Montreal, Canada, to attend the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and in particular the G8 + 5 Legislators Climate Change Forum organised by GLOBE and the Canadian Government. The flights were paid for by GLOBE UK and the accommodation was paid for by the Canadian Government. (Registered 26 January 2006)
- 18-23 April 2006, to Washington DC, to attend consultations in advance of the World Bank's Spring Meeting and to attend meetings with senior World Bank Officers on the Investment Framework. Flights were paid for by GLOBE UK and the World Bank and accommodation was paid for by World Bank. (Registered 28 April 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Editor of The House Magazine. (£15,001-£20,000)
- Speaking at seminars for Cumberlege Connection. (Up to £5,000)
| - Editor of The House Magazine. (£15,001-£20,000)
- Speaking at seminars for Cumberlege Connection. (Up to £5,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
- April 2006, to Berlin to speak at an Annual Meeting of a Private Equity firm, Bundesverband Deutscher Kapitalbeteiligungsgesellschaften, who paid for my flight, accommodation and speaking fee. (Registered 23 May 2006)
| - April 2006, to Berlin to speak at an Annual Meeting of a Private Equity firm, Bundesverband Deutscher Kapitalbeteiligungsgesellschaften, who paid for my flight, accommodation and speaking fee. (Registered 23 May 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 25 September-4 October 2005, to India, to assess situation in Indian Kashmir and Jammu; also to see development of IT and health facilities in Karnataka. Travel from UK, accommodation and travel in India paid for by the Government of India. (Registered 11 October 2005)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Column for the Evening Times newspaper. (Up to £5,000)
| - Column for the Evening Times newspaper. (Up to £5,000)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
| | - Member of Advisory Board of Quest; corporate intelligence company.
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6. Overseas visits |
- 16-23 November 2005, to Oman, to attend National Day celebrations, as a guest of the Government of the Sultanate of Oman. (Registered 28 November 2005)
- 18-23 May 2006, to the United Arab Emirates with an All-Party delegation to meet Government representatives as guest of the Government of the UAE, who met the cost of flights and accommodation. (Registered 13 July 2006)
| - 16-23 November 2005, to Oman, to attend National Day celebrations, as a guest of the Government of the Sultanate of Oman. (Registered 28 November 2005)
- 18-23 May 2006, to the United Arab Emirates with an All-Party delegation to meet Government representatives as guest of the Government of the UAE, who met the cost of flights and accommodation. (Registered 13 July 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Fee from the Guild of British Travel Agents for provision of information on parliamentary and European parliamentary processes and legislation, which I give to charity. (Up to £5,000)
| - Fee from the Guild of British Travel Agents for provision of information on parliamentary and European parliamentary processes and legislation, which I give to charity. (Up to £5,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 12-15 May 2006, to the United States to attend the Guild of Travel Management Companies conference. Cost of travel and accommodation was met by the GTMC. (Registered 3August 2006)
| - 12-15 May 2006, to the United States to attend the Guild of Travel Management Companies conference. Cost of travel and accommodation was met by the GTMC. (Registered 3August 2006)
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1. Remunerated directorships |
- Chairman of Radioscape Limited; develops software for the wireless communications market.
| - Chairman of Radioscape plc; develops software for the audio communications market.
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 12 October 2005, one day's shooting as a guest of the Tobacco Manufacturers Association. (Registered 31 October 2005)
| - 11 October 2006, one day's shooting as a guest of the Tobacco Manufacturers Association. (Registered 25 October 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 6-9 February 2006, to Washington, with the All-Party Parliamentary Internet Group. The cost of flights, accommodation and transport were met by MessageLabs. (Registered 2 March 2006)
| - 6-9 February 2006, to Washington, with the All-Party Parliamentary Internet Group. The cost of flights, accommodation and transport were met by MessageLabs. (Registered 2 March 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 25 September-3 October 2005, to India with a delegation organised by Liberal Democrat Friends of India, to meet with Indian politicians, civil servants and business leaders. The visit was at the invitation of, and sponsored by, the Indian Government. (Registered 11 October 2005)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Donation to my constituency party from:
- Waheed Alli (personal donation)
- Charles Parsons (personal donation)
- (Registered 24 October 2005)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 13 May 2006, flight, ticket and hospitality for FA Cup Final in Cardiff provided by West Ham United Football Club. (Registered 4 June 2006)
| - 13 May 2006, flight, ticket and hospitality for FA Cup Final in Cardiff provided by West Ham United Football Club. (Registered 4 June 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 4-8 January 2006, to Pakistan, to see conditions in the area affected by the earthquake. Flights, accommodation and programme provided by World Vision UK. (Registered 24 January 2006)
- 22 February 2006, with a group of UK Parliamentarians, I travelled from Islamabad to visit earthquake relief work in Kashmir in a helicopter provided by the Aga Khan Foundation. (The costs of the trip were otherwise met by me or out of UK public funds.) (Registered 13 May 2006)
| - 4-8 January 2006, to Pakistan, to see conditions in the area affected by the earthquake. Flights, accommodation and programme provided by World Vision UK. (Registered 24 January 2006)
- 22 February 2006, with a group of UK Parliamentarians, I travelled from Islamabad to visit earthquake relief work in Kashmir in a helicopter provided by the Aga Khan Foundation. (The costs of the trip were otherwise met by me or out of UK public funds.) (Registered 13 May 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- From 1 January 2001 all categories of business underwritten through Nameco (Number 532) Limited.
- Resigned from Lloyd's October 2001, however I continue to have years of account which are open or in run-off.
| - From 1 January 2001 all categories of business underwritten through Nameco (Number 532) Limited.
- Resigned from Lloyd's October 2001, however I continue to have years of account which are open or in run-off.
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6. Overseas visits |
- 20-25 May 2006, to Beijing, as part of a trade delegation. Travel, hotel and meals paid for by Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council. (Registered 20 June 2006)
| - 20-25 May 2006, to Beijing, as part of a trade delegation. Travel, hotel and meals paid for by Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council. (Registered 20 June 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Occasional articles for The Guardian newspaper on-line edition. (Up to £5,000)
| - Occasional articles for The Guardian newspaper on-line edition. (Up to £5,000)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Fees from appearances on The Wright Stuff (Channel 5). (Up to £5,000)
- Fees from The Guardian. (Up to £5,000)
- Public relations consultant to Lodestone Patient Care Ltd. (£20,001-£25,000)
| - Fees from appearances on The Wright Stuff (Channel 5). (Up to £5,000)
- Fees from The Guardian. (Up to £5,000)
- Public relations consultant to Lodestone Patient Care Ltd. (£20,001-£25,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 1-9 January 2006, to India with the Conservative Friends of India, to discuss economic and industrial/commercial issues. Visits to Delhi, Mumbai, Bombay and Jaipur. I was accompanied by my wife. The Government of India and the Confederation of Indian Industry paid for all my flights and accommodation and for my wife's accommodation. I paid for her international and domestic air fares. (Registered 12 January 2006)
- 2-4 April 2006, to Boston, USA, to attend a seminar at Harvard University organised by the Center for European Studies. Flights and accommodation paid for by Harvard University. (Registered 1 June 2006)
| - 1-9 January 2006, to India with the Conservative Friends of India, to discuss economic and industrial/commercial issues. Visits to Delhi, Mumbai, Bombay and Jaipur. I was accompanied by my wife. The Government of India and the Confederation of Indian Industry paid for all my flights and accommodation and for my wife's accommodation. I paid for her international and domestic air fares. (Registered 12 January 2006)
- 2-4 April 2006, to Boston, USA, to attend a seminar at Harvard University organised by the Center for European Studies. Flights and accommodation paid for by Harvard University. (Registered 1 June 2006)
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9. Registrable shareholdings |
- (b) Consolidated Communications Ltd; consumer public relations company (shareholding plus share options) (Shares sold on 31 October 2005).
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Donations to my constituency party received from:
- Dolar Popat (personal donation)
- John Watt (personal donation)
- Bulley Davey, chartered accountants
- (Registered 27 October 2005)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- In connection with my participation in "The Daily Politics" programme on the BBC (from 8 May-3 July 2006) I received free personal training from fitness training company Bodydoctor Fitness over a seven week period. I received no fee for participating in the programme. (Registered 25 July 2006)
| - In connection with my participation in "The Daily Politics" programme on the BBC (from 8 May-3 July 2006) I received free personal training from fitness training company Bodydoctor Fitness over a seven week period. I received no fee for participating in the programme. (Registered 25 July 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Barrister (non-practising).
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6. Overseas visits |
- 26-30 August 2006, to Yemen, as a member of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Yemen, for meetings in Sana'a and Aden. I was the guest of the Yemeni Government who paid the costs of the visit. (Registered 14 September 2006)
| - 26-30 August 2006, to Yemen, as a member of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Yemen, for meetings in Sana'a and Aden. I was the guest of the Yemeni Government who paid the costs of the visit. (Registered 14 September 2006)
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7. Overseas benefits and gifts |
- I was upgraded from Business Class to First Class by Air India on flights to and from India in December 2005. (Registered 16 January 2006)
| - I was upgraded from Business Class to First Class by Air India on flights to and from India in December 2005. (Registered 16 January 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Occasional fees for speaking to MBA students from the University of Arizona. (Up to £5,000)
| - Occasional fees for speaking to MBA students from the University of Arizona. (Up to £5,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 1-7 January 2006, to Taiwan, with a group of parliamentarians from the All-Party British-Taiwanese Group, as guest of the Taiwanese Government. (Registered 16 January 2006)
- 31 March-6 April 2006, to Egypt with UK-Egypt All-Party Parliamentary Group, to further political relations between the UK and Egypt. I was accompanied by my spouse and our visit was made at the invitation and expense of the Egyptian Government. (Registered 26 April 2006)
| - 1-7 January 2006, to Taiwan, with a group of parliamentarians from the All-Party British-Taiwanese Group, as guest of the Taiwanese Government. (Registered 16 January 2006)
- 31 March-6 April 2006, to Egypt with UK-Egypt All-Party Parliamentary Group, to further political relations between the UK and Egypt. I was accompanied by my spouse and our visit was made at the invitation and expense of the Egyptian Government. (Registered 26 April 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Technical advice, analysis and drafting assistance in relation to scrutiny of the Finance Bill 2006 provided by Pricewaterhouse Coopers to the Opposition Treasury team (approximately 36 days between 7 April and 4 July 2006) and KPMG (approximately 15 days between 8 May and 11 July 2006). (Registered 6 July 2006)
| - Technical advice, analysis and drafting assistance in relation to scrutiny of the Finance Bill 2006 provided by Pricewaterhouse Coopers to the Opposition Treasury team (approximately 36 days between 7 April and 4 July 2006) and KPMG (approximately 15 days between 8 May and 11 July 2006). (Registered 6 July 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 15 February 2006, invitation to attend the Brit Awards provided by the International Federation of Phonographic Industries. (Registered 9 March 2006)
| - 15 February 2006, invitation to attend the Brit Awards provided by the International Federation of Phonographic Industries. (Registered 9 March 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 8-10 October 2005, to Cyprus, to attend the annual Morphou Rally. The trip was organised and paid for by the office of the Mayor of Morphou, Charalambous Pittas, and covered flights, hotel accommodation, meals and transport. (Registered 21 October 2005)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- Donation to my constituency party made by Labour Finance and Industry Group. (Registered 23 November 2005)
| - Donation to my constituency party made by Labour Finance and Industry Group. (Registered 23 November 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 7-10 October 2005, to Cyprus to attend the annual rally at the 'Green Line' near Morphou, supported by the Morphou Municipality (in Exile). (Registered 11 October 2005)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Economic, political and regulatory adviser to Mizuho International PLC; banking. (£55,001-£60,000)
| - Economic, political and regulatory adviser to Mizuho International PLC; banking. (£55,001-£60,000)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 1-9 January 2006, to India with Conservative Friends of India, to discuss economic and industrial/commercial issues. Visits to Delhi, Mumbai, Bombay and Jaipur. Travel and accommodation expenses met by the Government of India and the Confederation of Indian Industry. (Registered 14 February 2006)
- 28 May-2 June 2006, to Norway as a member of the All-Party Parliamentary British-Norwegian Group, for meetings in Oslo and visits to a liquid gas project in North Norway and to Svalbard. I was the guest of the Norwegian Government who paid the costs of the visit. (Registered 13 July 2006)
| - 1-9 January 2006, to India with Conservative Friends of India, to discuss economic and industrial/commercial issues. Visits to Delhi, Mumbai, Bombay and Jaipur. Travel and accommodation expenses met by the Government of India and the Confederation of Indian Industry. (Registered 14 February 2006)
- 28 May-2 June 2006, to Norway as a member of the All-Party Parliamentary British-Norwegian Group, for meetings in Oslo and visits to a liquid gas project in North Norway and to Svalbard. I was the guest of the Norwegian Government who paid the costs of the visit. (Registered 13 July 2006)
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- 1-5 September 2005, to Moscow, to attend the Valdei International Conference. Flights, accommodation and hospitality provided by NOVOSTI (Russian News agency). (Registered 12 October 2005)
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- 14-15 May 2006, to Washington, USA, as guest speaker at a conference organised by the American Association of Retired People (AARP). Flights and hotel paid for by the AARP. (Registered 24 May 2006)
| - 14-15 May 2006, to Washington, USA, as guest speaker at a conference organised by the American Association of Retired People (AARP). Flights and hotel paid for by the AARP. (Registered 24 May 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 31 March-6 April 2006, to Egypt with UK-Egypt All-Party Parliamentary Group, to further political relations between the UK and Egypt. The visit was made at the invitation and expense of the Egyptian Government. (Registered 21 April 2006)
| - 31 March-6 April 2006, to Egypt with UK-Egypt All-Party Parliamentary Group, to further political relations between the UK and Egypt. The visit was made at the invitation and expense of the Egyptian Government. (Registered 21 April 2006)
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| | - 22-26 August 2006, to Stavanger, Norway, to visit Offshore Northern Seas Conference and Exhibition with the British Offshore Oil and Gas Industry All-Party Parliamentary Group. Overseas flights, hotel accommodation, local transport and hospitality sponsored by the UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), Shell, Chevron, BP, Exxon Mobil and Statoil. (Registered 6 October 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- 15 February 2006, my wife and I attended the Brit Awards at Earls Court as guests of the British Phonographic Industry. (Registered 23 February 2006)
| - 15 February 2006, my wife and I attended the Brit Awards at Earls Court as guests of the British Phonographic Industry. (Registered 23 February 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Series of lectures at theatres around the country, (£15,001-£20,000)
- Fee from BBC for series of programmes as a roving agony aunt. (£25,001-£30,000)
- Daily Express columnist. (£35.001-£40,000)
- Fee for appearance on BBC Belfast 'What Kids Really Want' programme on 4 September 2005, booked through Clive Conway Celebrity Production. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 26 September 2005)
- Fee for appearance on the Tubidy Tonight Programme in October 2005. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 16 December 2005)
- Donation from Celebrity Who Wants to be a Millionaire, payable to the Safe Haven for Donkeys in the Holy Land. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 13 March 2006)
- Payment from Liberty Bell for taking part in series called 'Don't Get Me Started'. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 13 March 2006)
- Payment from ITV for appearance on the Panel of Celebrity Fit Club. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 13 March 2006)
- Payment for an article in Psychologies Magazine. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 13 March 2006)
- Payment from Channel 4 for five television appearances on Countdown. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 6 June 2006)
- Payment from BBC for appearance on Test The Nation. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 6 June 2006)
| - Series of lectures at theatres around the country, (£15,001-£20,000)
- Fee from BBC for series of programmes as a roving agony aunt. (£25,001-£30,000)
- Daily Express columnist. (£35.001-£40,000)
- Fee for appearance on the Tubidy Tonight Programme in October 2005. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 16 December 2005)
- Donation from Celebrity Who Wants to be a Millionaire, payable to the Safe Haven for Donkeys in the Holy Land. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 13 March 2006)
- Payment from Liberty Bell for taking part in series called 'Don't Get Me Started'. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 13 March 2006)
- Payment from ITV for appearance on the Panel of Celebrity Fit Club. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 13 March 2006)
- Payment for an article in Psychologies Magazine. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 13 March 2006)
- Payment from Channel 4 for five television appearances on Countdown. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 6 June 2006)
- Payment from BBC for appearance on Test The Nation. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 6 June 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Senior Adviser to Punter Southall, a firm of actuaries, advising on pension issues. (£45,001-50,000)
- September 2005, fee from JP Morgan plc for chairing a conference on pensions. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 28 March 2006)
- 26 April 2006, fee, paid into my Research Account, for lecture at a conference organised by the Communitarian Network in Brussels. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 23 May 2006)
| - Senior Adviser to Punter Southall, a firm of actuaries, advising on pension issues. (£45,001-50,000)
- September 2005, fee from JP Morgan plc for chairing a conference on pensions. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 28 March 2006)
- 26 April 2006, fee, paid into my Research Account, for lecture at a conference organised by the Communitarian Network in Brussels. (£5,001-£10,000) (Registered 23 May 2006)
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4. Sponsorship or financial or material support |
- (Registered 30 March 2006)
- (Registered 23 May 2006)
- Sir John Beckwith is providing, through Conservative Central Office, a donation to assist the employment of an education researcher. (Registered 23 May 2006)
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- (Registered 23 May 2006)
- Sir John Beckwith is providing, through Conservative Central Office, a donation to assist the employment of an education researcher. (Registered 23 May 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 25-29 September 2005, to Washington DC, as a member of the Board of the Centre for Social Justice to speak at a conference. The Centre for Social Justice contributed towards my travel and hotel expenses. (Registered 28 March 2006)
| - 25-29 September 2005, to Washington DC, as a member of the Board of the Centre for Social Justice to speak at a conference. The Centre for Social Justice contributed towards my travel and hotel expenses. (Registered 28 March 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 21-22 February 2006, to Bologna, Italy, to visit the Ramazzini Foundation for Oncology, paid for by Granada TV. (Registered 25 April 2006)
| - 21-22 February 2006, to Bologna, Italy, to visit the Ramazzini Foundation for Oncology, paid for by Granada TV. (Registered 25 April 2006)
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- 20-26 September 2004, to Western Canada with the All-Party Parliamentary Rail Group, organised by the Rail Freight Group. Travel, including travel within Canada, and accommodation paid for by the Rail Freight Group. (Registered 12 October 2005)
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- 1-3 April 2006, to Israel, to visit the Weizmann Institute to look at medical research and climate change issues, paid for by the Weizmann Institute. (Registered 24 April 2006)
| - 1-3 April 2006, to Israel, to visit the Weizmann Institute to look at medical research and climate change issues, paid for by the Weizmann Institute. (Registered 24 April 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 18-20 November 2005, to Bahrain to address a seminar organised by the Bahrain Businessmen's Association, who paid for my travel and accommodation. (Registered 28 December 2005)
- 2-6 January 2006, to Taiwan, accompanied by my partner, as guests of the Government of the Republic of China, who met the costs of the visit. (Registered 9 January 2006)
| - 18-20 November 2005, to Bahrain to address a seminar organised by the Bahrain Businessmen's Association, who paid for my travel and accommodation. (Registered 28 December 2005)
- 2-6 January 2006, to Taiwan, accompanied by my partner, as guests of the Government of the Republic of China, who met the costs of the visit. (Registered 9 January 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
| | - 2-8 September 2006, to Taiwan, as co-chairman of All-Party Parliamentary British Taiwan Group leading a delegation at the invitation of the Taiwan Government. All travel and accommodation was paid for by the Taiwan Government. (Registered 5 October 2006)
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7. Overseas benefits and gifts |
- Upgrade from economy to business class by SriLankan Airways on 30 July 2006 and 14 August 2006. (Registered 22 August 2006)
| - Upgrade from economy to business class by SriLankan Airways on 30 July 2006 and 14 August 2006. (Registered 22 August 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 12-16 September 2005, to Austria/Hungary, with the All-Party Parliamentary Rail Group, paid for by the Rail Freight Group. (Registered 29 November 2005)
| - 12-16 September 2005, to Austria/Hungary, with the All-Party Parliamentary Rail Group, paid for by the Rail Freight Group. (Registered 29 November 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 24-29 November 2005, to the United Arab Emirates as guest of the Government of the UAE, who met the costs of flights and accommodation. (Registered 13 December 2005)
- 27 February-2 March 2006, to Israel and the Palestinian Territories with Labour Friends of Israel to meet members of the Knesset, officials from the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Palestinian Authority, the Israeli military, the British Ambassador and other organisations promoting Arab-Israeli co-operation. Travel and accommodation paid for by the Labour Friends of Israel. (Registered 7 March 2006)
| - 24-29 November 2005, to the United Arab Emirates as guest of the Government of the UAE, who met the costs of flights and accommodation. (Registered 13 December 2005)
- 27 February-2 March 2006, to Israel and the Palestinian Territories with Labour Friends of Israel to meet members of the Knesset, officials from the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Palestinian Authority, the Israeli military, the British Ambassador and other organisations promoting Arab-Israeli co-operation. Travel and accommodation paid for by the Labour Friends of Israel. (Registered 7 March 2006)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 1-7 January 2006, to Taiwan with delegation from All-Party British-Taiwanese Group. Costs of visit paid by Taiwanese Government. (Registered 9 January 2006)
- 6-9 February 2006, to Washington, DC, with All-Party Internet Group, to attend the internet caucus meetings, sponsored by Message Labs and RIC. (Registered 10 February 2006)
| - 1-7 January 2006, to Taiwan with delegation from All-Party British-Taiwanese Group. Costs of visit paid by Taiwanese Government. (Registered 9 January 2006)
- 6-9 February 2006, to Washington, DC, with All-Party Internet Group, to attend the internet caucus meetings, sponsored by Message Labs and RIC. (Registered 10 February 2006)
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- 23 October 2005, fee from BBC for participation in University Challenge. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 21 November 2005)
- 27 October 2005, speech to Wood Mackenzie Limited, energy consultants. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 21 November 2005)
| - 23 October 2005, fee from BBC for participation in University Challenge. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 21 November 2005)
- 27 October 2005, speech to Wood Mackenzie Limited, energy consultants. (Up to £5,000) (Registered 21 November 2005)
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6. Overseas visits |
- 6-8 November 2005, to Cyprus, as a guest of Lanitis Development, owners of Aphrodite Hills, a hotel and golf resort. (Registered 21 November 2005)
- 3-10 January 2006, to California, US. My fares and three nights' accommodation provided by the World Affairs Council of Orange County. (Registered 14 February 2006)
- 3-6 April 2006, to Singapore. My outward flight from London to Singapore and my onward flight from Singapore to Hong Kong, and my accommodation in Singapore were paid for by Sentosa Leisure Group. (Registered 2 May 2006)
| - 6-8 November 2005, to Cyprus, as a guest of Lanitis Development, owners of Aphrodite Hills, a hotel and golf resort. (Registered 21 November 2005)
- 3-10 January 2006, to California, US. My fares and three nights' accommodation provided by the World Affairs Council of Orange County. (Registered 14 February 2006)
- 3-6 April 2006, to Singapore. My outward flight from London to Singapore and my onward flight from Singapore to Hong Kong, and my accommodation in Singapore were paid for by Sentosa Leisure Group. (Registered 2 May 2006)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
| | - 28 September-1 October 2006, my wife and I stayed at Loch Lomond Golf Club as a guest of the club. Transport from London to Loch Lomond and back was provided by Bentley Motors. (Registered 13 October 2006)
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1. Remunerated directorships |
- McCarthy and Stone PLC (non-executive); builders of retirement homes.
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2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc |
- Parliamentary adviser to the Caravan Club of Great Britain. (£5,001-£10,000)
- Parliamentary adviser to the Chartered Institute of Marketing. (£5,001-£10,000)
| - Parliamentary adviser to the Caravan Club of Great Britain. (£5,001-£10,000)
- Parliamentary adviser to the Chartered Institute of Marketing. (£5,001-£10,000)
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5. Gifts, benefits and hospitality (UK) |
- I received the use of a motor-home for the weekend of 28 July 2006 at the expense of the Caravan Club of Great Britain, in order to attend the CLA Game Fair. (Registered 8 August 2006)
| - I received the use of a motor-home for the weekend of 28 July 2006 at the expense of the Caravan Club of Great Britain, in order to attend the CLA Game Fair. (Registered 8 August 2006)
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