Written Question·Northern Ireland Office·UIN 39024

Political Parties: Northern Ireland

Tabled: 18 March 2025
Answered: 26 March 2025

Question

Kevin Hollinrake

Conservative — Thirsk and Malton

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, what information his Department holds on whether foreign political donations from outside the Republic of Ireland are channelled through Irish (a) people, (b) companies and (c) unincorporated association

Answer

Hilary Benn
This information is not held by the Government. The Electoral Commission verifies donations and loans to Northern Ireland parties, assesses the proof of identity of Irish citizens and verifies these with the Irish Government. Details of donations and loan...
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