In most contexts, the existence of a financial interest requires to be registered and declared in relevant contexts, but does not prevent the member from participating 10 The Register entry for each current MSP is available from the Parliament’s website (under Current and previous MSPs), by selecting the MSP’s name, then selecting “Register of Interests”. 11 Code of Conduct for MSPs, Section 1, paragraph 3, accessible on the Parliament’s website, under MSPs.