But the yearly list of MPs financial interest, just released, is somewhat shorter than it has been in the past due to Covid-19. The list is usually chock-full of colourful gifts MPs have been given from travelling dignitaries or other VIPs. Collins is one of a number of MPs who were gifted a similar package from Antipodes. The list shows that National MP Chris Bishop is a part-owner of the Wellington-based Parrot Dog craft beer company. But his list of business interest pales in comparison to National MP Stuart Smith who has interests in 27 companies and businesses.

Source: New Zealand Herald May 18, 2021 03:05 UTC