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MPs' Expenses Scandal

Has this generation of politicians ruined the reputation of Parliament?

With startling revelations about MP's expense allowances, including cleaning a moat, kitchen utensils and dog food, the public, facing the consequences of the worst recession since the 1930s, are furious. Has this generation of politicians brought the reputation of Parliament to its lowest ebb for centuries, and can its reputation be salvaged? And what impact will this have on the next election? Commentators include Andrew Pierce from The Daily Telegraph, chairman of ComRes Andrew Hawkins, and Professor of British Government, Anthony King.

Presented by Susan Hulme.

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26 minutes

成人论坛 World Service Archive

This programme was restored as part of the World Service archive project