Wigan, Leigh and Makerfield Liberal Democrats
Lord Taverne requests House of Lords investigate Ashcroft
March 9, 2010 11:15 PM
Originally published by UK Liberal Democrats
Originally published by UK Liberal Democrats
The Honours Scrutiny Committee withdrew its objections to Lord Ashcroft becoming a peer on the basis of his clear undertaking that he would "take up permanent residence in the United Kingdom again before the end of the calendar year".
Commenting, Lord Taverne said:
"If Lord Ashcroft's undertaking was broken, or significantly changed without the House of Lords being informed, that would be a serious breach of the Code of Conduct.
"Lord Ashcroft does not appear to have been straight with the Lords. This directly contravenes the principles of standards in public life and therefore raises the question of his suitability for public office.
"Transparency and honour are vital to maintain the standing and good name of the House of Lords. The opaque and secretive nature of Lord Ashcroft's behaviour risks bringing the House of Lords into disrepute."
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