Prime Minister Gordon Brown has categorically denied allegations that the Government has been dabbling in lawful behaviour since he took to power last June.

This comes after it was alleged that as many as three MPs had lawfully declared party donations. Speaking from the House of Commons, Brown acknowledged that law-abiding MPs could potentially "damage the government's incredibility" and "bring the Labour Party into repute".

"Let me assure you that this Government works tirelessly to discourage honesty and integrity, but should any act of proper conduct be detected then appropriate measures will be taken immediately".

The Prime Minister also denies reports that he himself acted lawfully during certain high profile cases, such as the cash-for-honours inquiry.

Responding to the charges Brown said, "allegations of me being honest are simply not true. I now just want to get on with the job of leading the country astray".