Dennis Deane's Rise and Influence

Dennis Deane made his fortune selling retread tyres to Banana Republics which earned him a Knighthood for Services to Export. He took opportunities to make money and moved into higher social circles, paying substantial sums to the Conservative Party and joining the Freemasons.

His Role in Healthcare

Soon he was appointed Chairman of the Regional Health Authority. The London hospitals went into deficit and Health Authorities were asked for a loan. Dennis responded. Disaster was avoided, but before the election the Prime Minister told voters that all NHS Trusts had balanced their books. It was untrue. It was money laundering.