Summary
George Freeman, a UK Member of Parliament, will not face an investigation over claims that he improperly lobbied the government while working for a company. Allegations had suggested he used his position to ask government questions favorable to the company he advised. The standards commissioner found no basis for formal investigation since the lobbying rules were followed.
Key Facts
- George Freeman is a Member of Parliament for Mid-Norfolk.
- He worked for a company called GHGSat, which monitors greenhouse gases.
- Allegations claimed Freeman wrote government questions with help from the company.
- Freeman referred himself for investigation over potential lobbying conflicts.
- The standards commissioner decided there were no grounds for an investigation.
- MP lobbying rules allow questions advocating public interest with proper registration.
- Freeman received £5,000 monthly for his advisory role with the company until March.
- He previously served as science minister and is now part of the science committee.
