Panorama investigating lobbying and MP conduct
BBC's Panorama show said they have been investigating lobbying and conduct of MPs and members of the House of Lords and sought a response from "a number of people including Mr Mercer." In a statement the broadcaster said:
BBC Panorama has been investigating lobbying and the conduct of MPs and members of the House of Lords.
The programme is still being made and will be broadcast as soon as possible. The investigation has raised a number of issues related to those involved. Panorama has sought responses from a number of people including Mr Mercer.
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