MP for Ellesmere Port The need for greater scrutiny of financial transactions involving MPs was first established about 30 years ago following the notorious ‘Cash the Questions’ controversy involving, among others, ex-Cheshire MP Neil Hamilton which led to former Prime Minister Sir John Major instigating the Nolan Committee to review standards in public life. The need for, and importance of, accurate declarations in the Register of Members Interests in the Houses of Parliament was reinforced way back in the 1990s. Honest, up-to-date information in the register is intended to ensure no-one is allowed to exert undue influence on Ministers and MPs with a view to make personal gain and it is that context that so many questions are being asked about the Prime Minister’s flat refurbishment.