On The Take?

Isn't it about time our politicians from all parties cleaned up their act? Whether the expense claims they make are within the rules or not, the perception is that the system is being milked for maximum personal benefit.



A selection of government figures past and present, including (top left) Prime Minister Gordon Brown.




This is not what we expect from those we elect to represent us and to run our country. We want them to set a good, moral example. Or is that too much to expect? Read the report from the Daily Telegraph.

Update: Is it right that some of these MP's can claim annual expenses in excess of what some (ordinary) people earn in a year?