campaign to bring in a register of MPs' interests in the House of Assembly today.

A committee on the issue has met 17 times since November 1998 leading to a watering down of the original design which was modelled on the British formula.

The register, which has Government support, will require MPs to list their jobs, directorships, overseas visits, land, debts, shares and clients as well as gifts, benefits and hospitality they have received.

However the register, which will be made public, will not include trusts listed in the names of MPs' children and spouses.

Mr. Moniz said: "The report was a compromise. Obviously I am disappointed not to have the same high standard for people in Bermuda.

"At the same time it was best to get a compromise acceptable to all sides.

"Hopefully it will get unanimous support.'' Mr. Moniz said the report had gone the unusual route of being looked at by both party caucuses.

Government Whip Ottiwell Simmons said: "I think in principle everybody is in agreement with it, whether there are some last minute amendments from either side is always a possibility.'' MPs are also due to debate the Green Paper on extending rights to long-term residents.

The UBP is expected to push for status for those eligible for it before the 1989 moratorium.

The Government has ruled this out at this stage but has offered concessions including a relaxation on the restrictions on buying property.

Government has held over the motion to amend the Constitution which was on today's order paper.

Mr. Simmons said Premier Jennifer Smith was off the Island.