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Political Parties and Elections Bill

I have enormous respect for the hon. Gentleman, who is a thoughtful contributor to such debates, but I find his distinction "convenient", if I can put it like that. The truth of the matter is that his argument would have more intellectual respectability if he were arguing for a cap on all donations. It is inconsistent and irrational, however, to single out a single class who are entitled under the law to vote, who are British citizens and who have a powerful connection with this country and to deny them the right to donate while allowing it to the hon. Gentleman or to me.