Lord Ashcroft publishes Scottish referendum poll. Do you agree that Salmond's question is biased?
A new poll by Lord Ashcroft suggests Alex Salmond's proposed referendum question may be biased towards a "yes" vote. The question - "Do you agree that Scotland should be an independent country?" - was asked alongside two more balanced questions, both of which found lower support for independence than that proposed by the First Minister.

Farewell to one of the true greats of the early SAS
Lord Ashcroft pays tribute to Jimmy Storie, the last surviving member of "The Originals", who died in January aged 92.

Paras have served with honour. Great regiments must live on
In a Comment piece for The Sunday Express Lord Ashcroft talks of his sadness at threat posed to our famous regiments due to Ministry of Defence cutbacks.

My pledge of up to £5 million to support a new royal yacht for the nation
Lord Ashcroft explains why he feels a new Royal Yacht, financed by donations rather than tax, should be applauded and encouraged.

We must unite to stamp out the evil of human trafficking
Lord Ashcroft reveals that Crimestoppers will be launching a national campaign to tackle human trafficking, the illegal profits of which are believed to be second only to drug running for criminal gangs.

My pride at how Ashcroft Technology Academy has gone from strength to strength
Lord Ashcroft, who sponsor's Ashcroft Technology Academy, talks about the accomplishments of this splendid educational establishment, which is currently enjoying its fifth year as a successful academy.

The John Howard I know
Lord Ashcroft acknowledges the news that John Howard has been conferred a member of the Order of Merit and talks about the man he knows.

Crimestoppers launches new anti-fraud initiative to combat identity theft
Lord Ashcroft discusses Crimestoppers' latest campaign aimed at tackling the expanding modern-day crime of identity theft.

Lord Ashcroft publishes Feltham & Heston by-election poll
With a week to go before the Feltham & Heston by-election, Lord Ashcroft has published a poll showing Labour on course for victory in the constituency.

Lord Ashcroft publishes economy polling
In a Comment piece for The Sunday Telegraph Lord Ashcroft examines his latest research looking at voters' attitudes to the economy, and their views of Chancellor George Osborne and his Shadow, Ed Balls.

The bizarre story of how I came to be accused of "invading" an overseas territory's airspace
Pitcairn Islands stamp set reminds Lord Ashcroft of an incident nearly 10 years ago when he was accused of "invading" an overseas territory's airspace.

The Leveson inquiry and the "quality" press
Lord Ashcroft discusses why revelations about the activities of the "quality" press could yet be the most interesting.

Save our war memorials: Why we must honour the memory of our fallen heroes
In a Comment piece for The Sunday Telegraph Lord Ashcroft insists the memory of every hero - from the most humble to the holders of Victoria Crosses - must be honoured by caring for the memorials to them.

Today, Remembrance Day, let us recall the bravery of the fallen
Lord Ashcroft reflects on just why, other than the element of tradition, we are all remembering our war dead.

Why I am Delighted to Champion the Bravest of the Brave
Lord Ashcroft explains why he continues to be fascinated by extraordinary acts of bravery.

The joy of giving: why the rich should be encouraged to become more philanthropic
Lord Ashcroft shares his views on philanthropy after attending the launch of new campaign "Legacy10", which aims to increase the number of people in the UK who leave 10% of their estate to charity in their will and, in the process, raise billions of pounds for good causes.

Turn down the volume on Europe or lose the next election
Lord Ashcroft warns Tories that they need to address voters' real concerns if they want to win.

Lord Ashcroft writes about the 'squeezed middle' for the Telegraph
Contributing to The Daily Telegraph's series on the 'squeezed middle', Lord Ashcroft discusses what his polling reveals about the political priorities of hard-pressed voters.

Lord Ashcroft and Crimestoppers celebrate fifth anniversary of Operation Captura as new appeal is launched for criminals believed to be hiding in Spain
Crimestoppers and the Serious Organised Crime Agency (SOCA) launch a campaign to mark the fifth anniversary of Operation Captura. The names and photographs of ten wanted men who are thought to be on the run in Spain will be released to the media and circulated in a country that has become increasingly popular over the years with ex-pats.

From Kylie Minogue to a new £35m complex; why these are such exciting times at my university
Lord Ashcroft considers some of the recent occurrences at Anglia Ruskin University affecting it's 30,000-plus students and 1,000 academic staff at it's two campuses in Chelmsford, Essex, and Cambridge.

Lord Ashcroft releases Project Blueprint: Phase 2
Lord Ashcroft has published the results of his latest research looking at the Conservative Party's challenge of winning an overall majority at the next general election.

Lord Ashcroft publishes poll of marginal seats
Lord Ashcroft has published a major poll of 41 marginal Conservative seats looking at how the parties' performance differs in these constituencies compared to the national polls.

Crimestoppers launch new initiative for prisoners
Lord Ashcroft explains Crimestoppers new joint project which will enable prisoners to pass on information anonymously from inside their jails.

Lord Ashcroft publishes The Leadership Factor
Lord Ashcroft has published a major piece of research looking in depth at voters' attitudes to David Cameron, Ed Miliband and Nick Clegg, and examining how much leadership matters to each party's overall support.

My gratitude that more VCs and GCs have been loaned to my Heroes' Gallery
Lord Ashcroft unveils that 6 new gallantary awards have been loaned to the Extraordinary Heroes Exhibition at the Lord Ashcroft Gallery, Imperial War Museum, London. These are now on display together with 5 new additions to the Lord Ashcroft Victoria Cross Collection.

Lord Ashcroft backs appeal for Britains most decorated Army unit
A new charity called Felix Fund launches on 15 September 2011 with a £1 million appeal aimed at providing much-needed support for our bomb disposal experts.

Lord Ashcroft pays tribute to an SAS hero
John McAleese, who has died suddenly aged 61, was not just an SAS legend but he was one of the few men who got the better of an exchange with Margaret Thatcher when she was in her heyday as Prime Minister.

For Valour's Sake, These Heroes Must Not Go Unsung
Lord Ashcroft backs a call to award Victoria Crosses to two SAS soldiers killed in a secret war fought in Oman in the 1970s.

Why Women Make Brilliant Secret Agents
Lord Ashcroft pays tribute to Nancy Wake and explains why women make such brilliant secret operatives.

Crimestoppers launches new campaign to hunt the UK's 'Ten Most Wanted Fraudsters'
Lord Ashcroft explains how, incredibly, the ten individuals on Crimestoppers' Most Wanted Fraudsters' list are believed to be responsible for more than £200 million worth of fraud: on average they have swindled more than £20 million each from society.

Farewell Charles Walker GC
Lord Ashcroft bids farewell to Charles Walker, a true naval hero who received the George Cross (GC) for saving a man's life by diving into a burning sea.

The secret memo that reveals The Times's fears of being prosecuted in the United States: Tom Baldwin involved again
Lord Ashcroft shares his personal experience of News International publication The Times.

Why the disclosures of how Gordon Brown was targeted have saddened but not surprised me
Lord Ashcroft observes how more than one newspaper routinely uses private detectives to obtain illegal information and discusses how the man in the street would be appalled if he knew how often it goes on and how easy it is to obtain information on an individual, famous or unknown.

Why Miliband needs to take a close look at his own private office before he criticises others
Lord Ashcroft looks at Ed Miliband's advice to Rebekah Brooks, the former News of the World editor, that she must “examine her conscience” and “consider her position” over claims that private detectives who were in the employ of the paper at the time they broke the law.

Lord Ashcroft pays tribute to two WWII heroes
A Tale of one unconventional RAF hero, and two daring missions to target Germany's war-time leaders.

How newly-restored St Paul's Cathedral was saved for the nation by bravery during the Blitz
71 years ago, during the Blitz, St Paul's Cathedral came incredibly close to being demolished by a huge German bomb. Lord Ashcroft looks at the outstanding bravery, determination and patience of two bomb disposal experts who prevented this from happening.

Lord Ashcroft reveals how he was the victim of bank account hackers
In light of the news that the Duchess of Cambridge has allegedly been the victim of a private investigator hacking into her bank account Lord Ashcroft reveals how he too had confidential bank account details accessed when he was Treasurer of the Conservative Party.

Lord Ashcroft in television documentary about the D-Day landings
Lord Ashcroft is one of a number of contributors, including Second World War veterans, to a gripping documentary Surviving D-Day, which will be shown on the Discovery History channel on Sunday (June 12) at 10pm.

Why Britain's flawed defamation laws need overhauling
Lord Ashcroft talks about his 1999 battle with The Times to protect his name and the need for reform of Britain's defamation laws.

Lord Ashcroft to lead review of UK military bases on Cyprus
The Ministry of Defence have announced that Lord Ashcorft has been appointed as lead advisor on a government review of military bases on Cyprus.

'Military Covenant' Comment by Lord Ashcroft on ConHome
Lord Ashcroft comments in more detail on his feelings regarding the military covenant now that the Government has finally honoured its pledge.

'Military Covenant' Comment by Lord Ashcroft in The Daily Express
Lord Ashcroft explains in The Daily Express why he is proud that the pledge made by the Government regarding the military covenant has been honoured.

Project Blueprint: Winning a Conservative Majority in 2015
Lord Ashcroft has published polling and analysis looking at how the Conservatives can build an election-winning coalition of voters.

Why I have given £1 million to the Bomber Command Memorial
Lord Ashcroft explains why he was compelled to give so much in support of the new Bomber Command Memorial in central London.

Lord Ashcroft comes to the aid of the Bomber Command Memorial
Thanks to the generous financial support of Lord Ashcroft and John Caudwell, two of Britain's most successful entrepreneurs, construction of the long-awaited RAF Bomber Command memorial in London is now able to go ahead.

Victims of crime have more to say than "vengeance"
Drawing on his own experience, Lord Ashcroft argues that victims have a valuable part to play in the criminal justice system.

'Military Covenant' comment by Lord Ashcroft in News of the World
As we repeatedly ask our service men and women to risk their lives Lord Ashcroft asks for the military covenant to be written into law.

'Fairer votes'? Remember Tiger Hewson!
Lord Ashcroft asks whether the Alternative Vote system is really fairer, and looks at a lesson from Australian history.

Crime, Punishment & The People
Lord Ashcroft has published a major study of attitudes to the criminal justice system, following research among the general public, victims of crime, and police officers.

Lord Ashcroft Supports Christchurch Earthquake Appeal
Lord Ashcroft has donated NZ$250,000 to the New Zealand Government's Christchurch Earthquake Appeal, it was announced today.

The Daily Mail and its brand, by Lord Ashcroft
Lord Ashcroft discusses the political lessons to be learned from the popularity of the Daily Mail. First published on conservativehome.com.

The Sunday Express interview Lord Ashcroft about his collection of Special Forces medals
In an exclusive interview with The Sunday Express Lord Ashcroft talks about the bravery and professionalism of our Special Forces.

My SAS Medal Heroes, by Lord Ashcroft
In an exclusive essay for the Daily Express Lord Ashcroft – whose collection of medals won by our Special Forces are to go on public display next week – tells the remarkable stories behind three of the men who won them for their bravery.

Olaf Schmid's death reveals why tours for bomb disposal operators must be curtailed, by Lord Ashcroft
The inquest into the death of Staff Sergeant Olaf Schmid has valuable lessons to teach us, argues Lord Ashcroft.

The Spectator - Diary for Lord Ashcroft
Read Lord Ashcroft's Diary in The Spectator in which he talks about subjects from Politics to Bravery.

Lord Ashcroft publishes post-election Oldham East & Saddleworth poll
Following the by-election last Thursday, Lord Ashcroft has published a poll of voters in Oldham East & Saddleworth to look at how people voted and why.

Lord Ashcroft writes in The Sunday Telegraph of his 50 great heroes
I am delighted to mark The Sunday Telegraph’s half-century as a newspaper by choosing my 50 great heroes.

Lord Ashcroft writes an article in The Daily Express celebrating Derek Kinne GC's 80th birthday
During the Korean War, Derek Kinne became known as the man North Korea could not break. As the George Cross recipient today [January 11] celebrates his 80th birthday, military historian Lord Ashcroft pays tribute to the courage of a remarkable man.

Lord Ashcroft publishes Oldham East & Saddleworth by-election poll
Lord Ashcroft has published a poll ahead of the Oldham East & Saddleworth by-election. His analysis of the by-election and the poll is published in the Sunday Telegraph.

Lord Ashcroft publishes What Future For The Liberal Democrats?
In the wake of this week’s vote on tuition fees, Lord Ashcroft has published a major piece of research looking at the Liberal Democrats’ prospects for the future. His analysis is published in the Sunday Telegraph.

Prince William becomes Patron of Imperial War Museum Foundation
Prince William has become Patron of the Imperial War Museum Foundation, an independent charity set up to fundraise for new galleries at the Museum to mark the centenary of the First World War.

Phil Mussell of Medal News interviews Lord Ashcroft
Read the article published in Medal News about the new Lord Ashcroft Gallery at the Imperial War Museum and Phil's full interview with Lord Ashcroft.

How to handle Ed? by Lord Ashcroft
As Ed Miliband returns to work this week after the birth of his son, Conservatives will be wishing his family well – while considering what can be done to ensure the Labour leader’s political fortunes do not prosper.

New TV series George Cross Heroes premiers 18 November 2010
Don't miss the first episode of the new four-part television series George Cross Heroes which premiers Thursday, 18 November at 10pm on Discovery History.

Lord Ashcroft leads on new lecture series for ARU
Read the full press release regarding the new lecture series to mark the tenth anniversary of the formation of the Ashcroft International Business School.

Coventry Blitz hero remembered as George Cross medal goes on display
For what were later described as his "superhuman efforts and utter disregard for personal injury", Special Constable Moss became one of the first recipients of the George Cross.

Lord Ashcroft interview with The Sunday Telegraph
Lord Ashcroft tells Olga Craig of the touching stories of valour behind his £30m medal collection, to be unveiled at the Imperial War Museum.

Lord Ashcroft article on voters and cuts
Voters know spending cuts are necessary and can see the bigger picture.

Lord Ashcroft publishes polls on Clegg and Huhne seats
New polls in Sheffield Hallam and Eastleigh show that senior ministers are not immune from the swing away from the Lib Dems. Click here for Lord Ashcroft’s article, here for details of the Sheffield Hallam poll and here for details of the Eastleigh poll.

Lord Ashcroft publishes What Future For Labour?
New research by Lord Ashcroft shows the Labour movement at odds with swing voters over why Labour lost the election and what the party needs to do to win again. Click here for the full report, here for full details of the Labour movement poll and here for the swing voters poll.

Lord Ashcroft publishes Minority Verdict
Minority Verdict is a 133-page book that gives Lord Ashcroft's view of the Conservatives' progress since their third defeat in 2005, the reasons for the party's failure to win an overall majority in 2010 and David Cameron's decision to form a coalition with the Liberal Democrats. Click here to read the release.
To purchase a copy of the report please click here.

New poll of marginal seats sheds light on effect of Alternative Vote
A new poll has revealed a Liberal Democrat meltdown in marginal seats, pointing to potential gains for the Conservatives.

Crimestoppers helpline helps secure 100,000th arrest
The Crimestoppers charity has revealed it has helped to secure the arrests of 100,000 suspects since its formation in 1988.

Lord Ashcroft on the romance and tales of exceptional valour
Courage is difficult to understand and impossible to measure.  In an article for the Mail on Sunday Lord Ashcroft explores what it is that makes people willing to risk their lives for others. 

BCB Holdings Limited announces results for the year ended March 31, 2010
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Crimestoppers and the Metropolitan Police launch London's Most Wanted website
A new website was launched today by the Metropolitan Police and crime-fighting charity Crimestoppers to help trace wanted offenders in London.

A statement from Lord Ashcroft
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BCB Holdings Limited announces its 3Q results
BCB Holdings Liimited releases its results for the nine months ended December 31, 2009. To read the full announcement please click here.

Chavasse Double VC joins the Ashcroft VC Collection
The Great War's only double VC, awarded to Captain Noel Chavasse, joins the Ashcroft VC Collection. To read the full story from The Sunday Telegraph please click here.

Crimestoppers Chair helps fight crime in New Zealand
Following a reward of £120,000 donated by Lord Ashcroft, Founder and Chair of Crimestoppers UK, for the return of stolen New Zealand war medals, a man has now been jailed for 11 years for the theft. Please click here to read the full press release.

Crimestoppers New Zealand is launched
New Zealanders will now benefit from a new anonymous telephone number they can ring to report details of crime, with the launch of a new charity, Crimestoppers New Zealand, in Manukau today. Please click here for more information.

Michael Ashcroft sponsors 'Front Line' at the Cheltenham Festival 2009
The highest military decoration for valour has been earned by only a select few individuals of the British & Commonwealth armed forces since 1856, from Mate CD Lewis in the Crimea to Johnson Beharry in Iraq. Michael Ashcroft, whose VC collection goes on exhibition at the Imperial War Museum in 2010, tells the fascinating stories of over 150 Victoria Cross Heroes. Please click here for more information.

Lord Ashcroft makes second £5m gift to university
Lord Ashcroft, the chancellor of Anglia Ruskin University since 2001, has recently made a gift of £5million ot build a new business school in Cambridge. Please click here to read more.

World’s most wanted violent criminals on the run in UK
Four of the world’s most wanted criminals are hiding out in Britain. To read the full story, published in the Daily Mail on 02 June 2009, please click here.

BCB Holdings Limited announces results for the first quarter ended June 30, 2009
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BB Holdings Limited announces preliminary results for the year ended March 31, 2009
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BB Holdings Limited announces acquisition of Cockleshell Limited
BB Holdings Limited announces that final agreement has been reached on the terms of the proposed acquisition of the entire issued share capital of Cockleshell Limited.  To read the full press release please click here.

Special Forces Heroes DVD now on sale
Due to popular demand the television series of Special Forces Heroes has been released on DVD. To buy your copy or for more information please click here

Crime show pulled over Ashcroft donation
Britain's largest crime-fighting charity has been forced to abandon a new television series which could have solved dozens of major cases because of a row over programme sponsorship. To read the full article, written in The Sunday Telegraph, please click here.

Backing sought for New Zealand Crimestoppers
British peer Michael Ashcroft, who set up the charity in Britain, received a favourable response to the concept from police top brass in Wellington. To read the full story  click here.

New crime 'hotline' is a possibility in New Zealand
To hear Lord Ashcroft's interview on Radio New Zealand where he talks in depth about Crimestoppers UK and why he feels a similar scheme would benefit New Zealand  Click here

A personal tribute to Lt Col Eric Wilson VC
Click here to read Lord Ashcroft's personal tribute to Lt Col Eric Wilson VC published in Medal News

BB Holdings Limited announces results for the nine months ended December 31, 2008
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House of Lords Speech – 04 December 2008
Click here to read the full speech made to the House of Lords about the current crisis in Darfur.

A special breed of British hero
Read The Mail on Sunday’s The Critics review, written by Patrick Bishop on 23 November 2008 click here.

A rare kind of courage – Daily Mail, 22 November 2008
In an article in the Daily Mail, Lord Ashcroft writes about valour and his latest book, Special Forces Heroes click here.

Special Forces Heroes book launch
To watch Lord Ashcroft's speech at the launch of Special Forces Heroes on 11 November 2008 please click here.

In honour of the brave who gave Britain freedom
In an article written for The Sunday Express Lord Ashcroft talks about those service men and women who have died for their country. Click here for full story.

Why we must honour Bomber Command
In an article written for The Daily Telegraph Lord Ashcroft explains why he feels we should remember the heroic acts of Bomber Command during WWII. Click here for full story.

Revealed: the UK's 10 most wanted in new Costa del Crime
Crimestoppers and the Serious Organised Crime Agency issued descriptions of a list of individuals they want to track down for a variety of offences including murder, rape, drug trafficking and kidnap. Click here for full story.

Lord Ashcroft invests in e-commerce venture
Gospoken.com, launched by Andy McNab, the SAS soldier turned author, will sell virtual books to mobile phones. Click here for full story.

BB HOLDINGS LIMITED ANNOUNCES RESULTS FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2008

Traditional spectacle
Lord Ashcroft and Baroness Rawlings write, in a letter to The Times, how they feel we should call upon our finest traditions as spectacles for 2012
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Lord Ashcroft announces release date of his new book, Special Forces Heroes
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Lord Ashcroft talks about Crimestoppers as the charity receives its millionth actionable call
Lord Ashcroft talks to The Sunday Telegraph about Crimestoppers as the charity receives its millionth actionable call since its inception in 1988.  Click here for full story.

Lord Ashcroft supports Help for Heroes
In an interview with BBC London News Lord Ashcroft talks of his support for the forthcoming Help for Heroes Rugby Challenge at Twickenham on 20 September 2008.  To watch the full news clip please click here. 

BB Holdings Limited announces results for the first quarter ended June 30, 2008
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Impellam Group plc issues trading update and announces board change
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Lord Ashcroft explains why he is giving the Imperial War Museum £5 million to display his collection of Victoria Crosses
 The collection, which was started 22 years ago, spans every force - Army, Navy and RAF - and Lord Ashcroft's donation will enable them all to be seen at the Imperial War Museum in a new gallery which opens in autumn 2010.  To read the full article please click here. 

Channel 4 report on Lord Ashcroft's Victoria Cross collection
 To watch the full report on the largest Victoria Cross collection in the world please click here. 

Lord Ashcroft's Victoria Cross Collection - the largest in the world -  is to go on public display following his £5 million donation to the Imperial War Museum
 The world's largest collection of Victoria Crosses (VCs), belonging to the Michael A Ashcroft Trust, is to be displayed publicly for the first time in a new gallery at Imperial War Museum London.  To read the full press release please click here.

BB Holdings Limited Announces Directors' Acquisition of Shares
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Bermuda Stock Exchange Approves Secondary Listing of No Par Value Ordinary Shares and Warrants of BB Holdings Limited
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Crimestoppers calls for support to combat gun and knife crime epidemic
 Lord Ashcroft calls upon businesses to pledge funds to Crimestoppers which is expanding its anti-gun and knife crime campaign currently being piloted in the London boroughs of Southwark and Lambeth.  Click here for full story.