MPs - Icons of Hypocrisy

The annual parliamentary register of member interests was recently published.  One conclusion is evident from the list: MPs  are quintessential hypocrites. They rant, shout, scream and accuse one another of wrongdoing when it suits them.

However, when it comes to disclosure of their wealth, business interests and gifts received, they band together and hide their assets in trusts formed for this very purpose. 

Transparency has no meaning when it involves the personal gain of MPs.  We, the people, are to blame by allowing the subterfuge to continue.