The Stormont Assembly has seriously lagged behind the House of Commons on
measures to promote transparency and improve public confidence in politics.
Parties across the water have had to publicly declare donations since 2001.
Voters here still do not know if anyone is helping to bankroll parties.
Citing fears about intimidation of donors, the Northern Ireland Office has repeatedly delayed plans to bring the province into line with GB.
The latest target date for donations to be made public is 2010, though some observers believe it could well slip yet again.
A chief goal of the Belfast Telegraph's 'Open Stormont' campaign is to ensure that the date is set in stone.
Transparency on donations is viewed as a key element in modern day democratic standards. It's all the more important with politicians taking decisions that affect people's lives.
Hi: 18°C / Lw: 13°C
Nadal powers to title after epic win over Federer
Revealed: Ulster's most dangerous roads
Hammond and May refuse to sign new contracts
Deputy First Minister in Baghdad for peace mission
Thomas Beattie gives birth to healthy baby girl
Iran warns: attack us and we'll strike you back
Visting the city? Check out our guide to the capital
Swimsuit photo shoot in buildup to Vietnam final
Mandela honoured with the class of 2008
Video tribute as Queen's honours James Ellis
Supporters that made Euro 2008 one to remember
Fashion of the wives throughout the tournament
Pop princess Minogue wows fans at Odyssey gig
Try your luck in our GAA 'pick the score' competition
Looking forward to the famous biking event
Ship's Belfast beginnings celebrated in exhibition
Applauding Ulster's most exceptional women
Special report on Northern Ireland's worst house fire
Celebrating excellence at the inaugural awards gala 
Special multimedia report on Belfast Wheel