01.07.14
Political Party Funding
The Bureau crunches the numbers to reveal what the summer party meant to Tory coffers.
Inside the secret £11bn conservative fundraiser.
The Bureau and The Guardian have collaborated on an infographic to show the key players at the Conservative Summer Party. Scroll down to see an overview of the main tables and where members of the cab...
Just who dined with Britain’s prime minister at last year’s Conservative Summer Party?
Tickets to the Tory party summer ball are considered donations, according to Electoral Commission rules.
11.06.12
Fresh studies reveal companies that contribute to political parties underperform financially.
21.10.11
Education Secretary’s constituency raises considerable funds.
30.09.11
A screenwriter, the creator of the Wombles and a celebrity hairstylist are among the Tory donors.
The Bureau analyses the business sectors giving money to the Tories.
Square Mile contribution to David Cameron’s Conservative party now over 51%.
Tax reforms introduced in the Conservative’s first year of government directly benefit the wealthy.
Data shows the Labour party relies on trade unions for more than 90% of its funding.
As Europe teeters on the brink, London-based hedge funds are still enjoying large bonuses.
23.07.11
David Cameron’s special advisers wined and dined by News International 26 times.
08.02.11
Under Cameron over 50% of Tory funding comes from Financial Services
02.08.10
The Electoral Commission will not investigate the Lib Dem MP but does indicate there was some “incorrect wording” on her return.
22.07.10
A further five MPs under scrutiny over their election spending after Bureau investigation.
The Bureau's 2010 investigation into the election expenses of five MPs.
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The Bureau's 2010 investigation into the election expense of five MPs.