Man with a golden touch who holds the key to Tory finance
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Little is known about the background of new UK Conservative party Treasurer Michael Ashcroft. He is a multimillionaire, with homes in the UK, Florida and Belize, but does not seek publicity. He has a talent for brokering complex deals, and this has led to him being regarded with suspicion in the City of London. Some observers believe that he is backing the Conservative party because he wants to be different from City associates who have shifted their allegiance to New Labour.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1998
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Spot of bother on the home front for 'Mrs Brassy.'
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It has been established that Teresa Gorman, Conservative MP for Billericay, England, did not disclose her ownership of two bedsit properties in south London, England, when making her entry in the Register of Members' Interests. She has gained some respect in the House of Commons, but has attracted controversy because of her outspoken views and her property interests. It is likely that she will resent any further investigation of her business interests.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1999
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The shadows that linger over Tories' paymaster
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UK Conservative party Treasurer Michael Ashcroft faces allegations that his name has been connected with investigations into money laundering and drug smuggling. He began making donations to the Conservative party in the early 1980s, and by the mid-1990s his donations had risen to 1 million pounds sterling a year. He has a wide range of business interests, and has also been involved in setting up several charities, including Crimestoppers.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1999
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