A member of Britain's House of Lords, Michelle Mone, has openly admitted to repeatedly providing false information about her connections to a company awarded significant government contracts for the supply of protective gear during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Mone acknowledged that she made an error in denying her ties to PPE Medpro and expressed regret for threatening legal action against journalists who reported on her links to the company.

Her husband, Doug Barrowman, confirmed his role in leading the consortium that owns PPE Medpro.

In a recent BBC interview, Mone confessed, "I did make an error in saying to the press that I wasn't involved. Hindsight is a wonderful thing. I wasn't trying to pull the wool over anyone's eyes, and I regret and I'm sorry for not saying straight out, 'Yes, I am involved.'"

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<h2>Financial involvement and ownership</h2>

Mone admitted to being a beneficiary of her husband's financial trusts, holding approximately £60 million in profits from the lucrative deal. Despite their financial ties to the company, she argued that they were unfairly targeted in a broader scandal surrounding government spending during the pandemic.

"We've done one thing, which was lie to the press to say we weren't involved," she stated. "I can't see what we've done wrong."

The controversy surrounding Mone and PPE Medpro has become emblematic of the widespread criticism directed at the British government for hastily awarded contracts and mismanagement of funds for protective equipment. The scandal sheds light on the VIP lanes, a system where companies recommended by politicians receive preferential treatment for public contracts.

Mone, appointed to the House of Lords in 2015 by then-Prime Minister David Cameron, denied using her political connections to advocate for PPE Medpro. The company, established during the pandemic, secured contracts exceeding £200 million but faced scrutiny for delivering millions of unused surgical gowns, leading to breach of contract proceedings.

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The National Crime Agency is currently investigating allegations of fraud and bribery related to the contracts. Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden defended the VIP lanes, asserting that there was no favouritism or special treatment for government associates. He acknowledged the ongoing civil litigation and criminal investigation, emphasising the government's commitment to addressing any fraudulent activities.

(With inputs from agencies)

A member of Britain's House of Lords, Michelle Mone, has openly admitted to repeatedly providing false information about her connections to a company awarded significant government contracts for the supply of protective gear during the COVID-19 pandemic.

A member of Britain's House of Lords, Michelle Mone, has openly admitted to repeatedly providing false information about her connections to a company awarded significant government contracts for the supply of protective gear during the COVID-19 pandemic. Mone acknowledged that she made an error in denying her ties to PPE Medpro and expressed regret for threatening legal action against journalists who reported on her links to the company. Her husband, Doug Barrowman, confirmed his role in leading the consortium that owns PPE Medpro. In a recent BBC interview, Mone confessed, "I did make an error in saying to the press that I wasn't involved. Hindsight is a wonderful thing. I wasn't trying to pull the wool over anyone's eyes, and I regret and I'm sorry for not saying straight out, 'Yes, I am involved.'" Also read | Explained | Curious case of Alex Batty: British teen returns to UK six years after he went missing Financial involvement and ownership Mone admitted to being a beneficiary of her husband's financial trusts, holding approximately £60 million in profits from the lucrative deal. Despite their financial ties to the company, she argued that they were unfairly targeted in a broader scandal surrounding government spending during the pandemic. "We've done one thing, which was lie to the press to say we weren't involved," she stated. "I can't see what we've done wrong." The controversy surrounding Mone and PPE Medpro has become emblematic of the widespread criticism directed at the British government for hastily awarded contracts and mismanagement of funds for protective equipment. The scandal sheds light on the VIP lanes, a system where companies recommended by politicians receive preferential treatment for public contracts. Mone, appointed to the House of Lords in 2015 by then-Prime Minister David Cameron, denied using her political connections to advocate for PPE Medpro. The company, established during the pandemic, secured contracts exceeding £200 million but faced scrutiny for delivering millions of unused surgical gowns, leading to breach of contract proceedings. Also watch | UK PM Rishi Sunak warns of overwhelming migration The National Crime Agency is currently investigating allegations of fraud and bribery related to the contracts. Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden defended the VIP lanes, asserting that there was no favouritism or special treatment for government associates. He acknowledged the ongoing civil litigation and criminal investigation, emphasising the government's commitment to addressing any fraudulent activities. (With inputs from agencies)

UK parliamentarian Michelle Mone confesses to misleading media about ties to PPE company

Tory peer Michelle Mone will be requesting a leave of absence from the House of Lords "to clear her name" as she finds herself embroiled in a Covid contract corruption scandal. She is alleged to have helped a company get contracts for PPE early into the pandemic and received millions of dollars in return from the profits.&nbsp;She won't be attending sittings of the House, neither will she vote on any proceedings or be able to claim any allowance.&nbsp;

Mone's spokesman said the decision was her own and that the allegations have been "unjustly levelled against her".

A House of Lords spokesman said a decision will be taken after a formal request is received. There are chances that her request is rejected. However, in case she is allowed the leave, she won't have to register any changes to her financial interests.&nbsp;

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Baroness Mone has neither voted since April this year, nor has she spoken in a debate since March 2020.

Mone has been accused of lobbying for PPE Medpro at the start of the pandemic in 2020. The company was awarded huge government contracts worth more than £200 million ($246 million) after Mone recommended it to ministers. She and her children in return reportedly secretly received £29 million ($35 million) originating from the profits of the company.&nbsp;

The Sunday Times later reported that she "bullied and hectored" Michael Gove and Lord Agnew to secure business for PPE Medpro. Sources told the publication that she was "rude, abrasive and bullying" and had a "hectoring tone [that] was very irritating.”

Meanwhile, the government will release all correspondence, documents and advice relating to government contracts awarded to PPE Medpro in the matter after Labour won a vote Tuesday. Labour want the documents to be released to the Public Accounts Committee.

(With inputs from agencies)

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Tory peer Michelle Mone will be requesting a leave of absence from the House of Lords "to clear her name" as she finds herself embroiled in a Covid contract corruption scandal.

Tory peer Michelle Mone will be requesting a leave of absence from the House of Lords "to clear her name" as she finds herself embroiled in a Covid contract corruption scandal. She is alleged to have helped a company get contracts for PPE early into the pandemic and received millions of dollars in return from the profits. She won't be attending sittings of the House, neither will she vote on any proceedings or be able to claim any allowance. Mone's spokesman said the decision was her own and that the allegations have been "unjustly levelled against her". A House of Lords spokesman said a decision will be taken after a formal request is received. There are chances that her request is rejected. However, in case she is allowed the leave, she won't have to register any changes to her financial interests. Also Read | Tory peer Michelle Mone accused of trying to 'bully and hector' MPs to secure PPE contracts Baroness Mone has neither voted since April this year, nor has she spoken in a debate since March 2020. Mone has been accused of lobbying for PPE Medpro at the start of the pandemic in 2020. The company was awarded huge government contracts worth more than £200 million ($246 million) after Mone recommended it to ministers. She and her children in return reportedly secretly received £29 million ($35 million) originating from the profits of the company. The Sunday Times later reported that she "bullied and hectored" Michael Gove and Lord Agnew to secure business for PPE Medpro. Sources told the publication that she was "rude, abrasive and bullying" and had a "hectoring tone [that] was very irritating.” Meanwhile, the government will release all correspondence, documents and advice relating to government contracts awarded to PPE Medpro in the matter after Labour won a vote Tuesday. Labour want the documents to be released to the Public Accounts Committee. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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UK parliamentarian Michelle Mone confesses to misleading media about ties to PPE company

Tory peer Michelle Mone to seek leave of absence from House of Lords 'to clear her name'