Torbay MP Adrian Sanders and his Liberal Democrat colleagues at Westminster will today attempt to break the link between wealth and political influence as the Political Parties and Elections Bill is voted on in the House of Commons.
The Bill aims to strengthen the powers of the Electoral Commission and regulate spending by political parties as well as donations.
The Liberal Democrats have tabled amendments to restrict the maximum donation to £50,000 each year, to prevent those who do not pay tax in the UK from donating, either in person or through corporations and to make trade union donations more transparent.
Adrian said: "Voters need to know that the British political system is fair and transparent. It is not fair that wealthy individuals and corporations can buy undue influence in the political process. Our proposals will make how money is spent in politics more democratic."
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