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  • Which makes me think that someone, somewhere is being paid a fuck load to make the really big contracts happen. The kind of sums that could corrupt (nearly) anyone. Just better hidden of course.

  • I suspect this doesn't happen too much now, more and more people are looking for it. I reckon it's more about the long game, consistently spread a bit of money, get MPs on board after they've finished so others will be aware of what's to come, make yourself part of the furniture so your company is an easy option to turn to, etc

  • Yeah, this. Take a (not inconsiderable) amount for 'consultancy' whilst an MP, plus a few shares, plus a few sponsored holidays etc. After leaving, get bumped up to the Lords and/or get a very well-paid directorship as long-term payback for services rendered.

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