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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Jon Stone

Jacob Rees-Mogg may have ‘serious conflict of interest’ in new ‘Brexit opportunities’ job, corruption experts say

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Corruption experts have said said they have concerns about Jacob Rees-Mogg's appointment as Minister for Brexit Opportunities because of potentially "serious" conflicts of interests.

Boris Johnson on Tuesday appointed the Tory MP to the new role with a remit to slash EU regulations and turn Britain's trade policy towards emerging markets – but there are worries that he could "stand to benefit personally" from his portfolio.

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