David Cameron Under the Spotlight: The Greensill Lobbying Saga
Picture this: a former British prime minister, a once‑glittering name, now in hot‑water over lobbying a company that hit the headlines for its collapse. That’s the story of David Cameron and the controversy surrounding Greensill Capital.
What Went Down?
- Some months before Greensill went belly up, Cameron allegedly urged the UK government to give the company more access to COVID‑19 loan schemes.
- The Financial Times brought the affair into the public eye, sparking an investigation.
- According to the Registrar of Consultant Lobbyists, the probe is checking whether Cameron’s lobbying was unregistered.
The Government’s Response
On March 24, Boris Johnson ran for the mill, saying he was “unaware” of any lobbying on behalf of Greensill. Prime Minister’s spokesman added that last week, the Finance Ministry had decided not to support the loan request after a due‑process review.
Still an Ongoing Investigation
The Registrar has stated it will keep the investigation hush‑hush until a full report comes out, and will not offer further commentary for now.
Key Takeaway
All in all, the drama serves as a reminder that even former leaders’ hands can still stir controversy. Time will tell if the official scrutiny clears Cameron’s name or shakes up the political landscape a bit more.
