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  1. Here’s a quick reminder of ten key donor and corruption scandals involving Boris Johnson for those who may have conveniently forgotten what happened during his time as Prime Minister: Wallpaper Scandal – Johnson used donations to refurbish his Downing Street flat and faced a fine for not reporting it properly. Jennifer Arcuri Affair – Johnson gave public funds and special access to an American businesswoman he had close ties with during his time as Mayor of London. COVID Contracts to Donors – The government awarded lucrative PPE contracts to Conservative donors during the pandemic, bypassing standard tendering processes. Lebedev Peerage – Johnson controversially appointed a Russian oligarch’s son to the House of Lords, despite security concerns. David Brownlow Donation – A Tory donor paid for part of Johnson’s flat refurbishment, sparking accusations of a conflict of interest. Richard Desmond Planning Scandal – A property developer and Conservative donor got approval for a project just before tax changes would have cost him millions. Owen Paterson Lobbying Scandal – Johnson tried to protect a Conservative MP found guilty of illegal lobbying on behalf of companies paying him. Pandora Papers and the Coates Family – Leaked papers revealed that wealthy Conservative donors used offshore trusts to avoid taxes, raising questions about their influence. Steve Parkin COVID Contract – A Tory donor with no PPE experience was awarded a £156 million contract during the pandemic. VIP Lane for COVID Contracts – Johnson’s government created a special lane for firms with links to Conservative donors, many of whom won massive, overpriced contracts. These scandals highlight the controversies surrounding Johnson’s time in office and the role of wealthy donors.
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