The payment of MPs' expenses

The payment of MPs' expenses
Author: Great Britain: National Audit Office
Publisher: The Stationery Office
Total Pages: 48
Release: 2011-07-07
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 9780102969795

Under the Parliamentary Standards Act 2009, IPSA became responsible for creating a new system to pay MPs expenses and is now responsible for running and regulating that system. IPSA's operating costs in 2010-11 were £6.4 million, its staff is now reduced from 88 to around 60. Between May 2010 and March 2011, IPSA processed 134, 696 separate claim lines, paying out some £118 million. This report examines the value for money that IPSA has achieved. It concludes that whilst the new scheme is clearly preventing misuse of money, IPSA did not initially have sufficient regard to the impact its scheme was having on the ability of MPs to fulfil their duties. IPSA needs to accelerate streamlining of its own procedures and give greater priority to minimising costs necessarily falling to MPs

Parliament Ltd

Parliament Ltd
Author: Martin Williams
Publisher: Hodder Paperbacks
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2017-02-23
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9781473633872

'Eye-popping analysis of politicians' finances... a ground-breaking study... a fascinating and important work.' Sunday Times 'Immaculately researched... A powerful reminder that reporters can serve the public good... Should make journalists proud - and may even help to make the world a better place' Peter Oborne, New Statesman Who do our politicians work for? The public, or big business? If you want to understand why British politics isn't working, the first place to start is here. Parliament Ltd reveals the financial interests that British politicians would rather you didn't hear about. From banks and private corporations, to lobbying and the arms trade, there are MPs making millions by moonlighting in second jobs. Where does their loyalty belong - to us or to their paymasters? Meanwhile - years after the expenses scandal - they are now claiming more than ever before. In his enthralling journey to the dark heart of British politics, Martin Williams exposes a hidden, shocking culture of greed and corruption.

Political Communication in Britain

Political Communication in Britain
Author: Roger Mortimore
Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011-04-13
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 9780230301450

The 2010 General Election represented a pathbreaking contest in Political Communication. The TV debates changed forever the feel of the campaign. This book brings together key commentators, analysts and polling experts to present readers with a unique and valuable insight into the development of political communication in British Politics.

No Expenses Spared

No Expenses Spared
Author: Robert Winnett
Publisher: Random House
Total Pages: 530
Release: 2011-02-08
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1409093662

It was the biggest political scandal for a generation. The Speaker of the House and 5 members of the Cabinet resigned. The Legg enquiry ordered MPs to pay back over £1 million of wrongly claimed expenses. 381 MPs will be forced to pay back an average £3,000. 3 MPs and 1 Lord face criminal charges. No Expenses Spared is the fascinating account of the journalistic scoop that changed the face of British politics. It tells the story of one whistleblower and a small team of dedicated journalists who worked in secret to pore through more than a million expenses documents, braved the threat of legal action and political pressure to reveal the truth.

The MPs' expenses scheme

The MPs' expenses scheme
Author: Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority
Publisher: The Stationery Office
Total Pages: 64
Release: 2011-05-05
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 9780102971798

Third edition dated May 2011. This document replaces the version of the 3rd edition published in April (HC 890, ISBN 9780102971293) and is being issued free of charge to all known recipients of that earlier version

How to be an MP

How to be an MP
Author: Paul Flynn
Publisher: Biteback Publishing
Total Pages: 243
Release: 2012-01-12
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1849543011

Best summer reads 2015 John Crace, Guardian Not for everyone the title of Prime Minister, Foreign Secretary or other such hallowed callings; the vast majority of the House of Commons is made up of backbenchers – the power behind the constitutionally elected throne. Here is a guide for anyone and everyone fascinated by the quirks and foibles of Westminster Palace, covering all species of backbencher and providing every hardworking MP and political enthusiast with the know-how to survive life in Parliament. From how to address the crowd, weather marital troubles and socialise at party conference to the all important Backbenchers' Commandments, How to Be an MP is indispensable reading for anyone wishing to make a mark from the back bench and influence proceedings in the House. And in the process it provides the outsider with a riveting insight into life as a Member. - An unique guide to being a Member of Parliament. - Essential reading for MPs and a fascinating account of life and work in the world's oldest Parliament. - Has sold 5,000 units since first publication in 2012. - Foreword by Speaker John Bercow.

Review of past ACA payments

Review of past ACA payments
Author: Great Britain: Parliament: House of Commons: Members Estimate Committee
Publisher: The Stationery Office
Total Pages: 250
Release: 2010-02-04
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 9780215543844

A report that includes the final report from Sir Thomas Legg on the review of past payments to Members of Parliament of Additional Costs Allowance (the 'second home allowance'), and the report from Sir Paul Kennedy on his decisions on appeals from MPs against Sir Thomas' rulings.

MPs' Expenses

MPs' Expenses
Author: Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority
Publisher: The Stationery Office
Total Pages: 88
Release: 2010
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 9780108508806

Seeks views on the content and administration of the MPs' expenses scheme. This title includes chapters that cover: scope of the consultation; principles of the scheme; working as an MP; expenses and allowances; administering the expenses scheme; working from two locations - accommodation for MPs; travel and subsistence; and, staff for MPs.

Annual review of the MPs' scheme of business costs and expenses 2012

Annual review of the MPs' scheme of business costs and expenses 2012
Author: Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority
Publisher: The Stationery Office
Total Pages: 136
Release: 2012-03-06
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 9780102976014

This year's, the fourth, review of the MPs' Business costs & expenses scheme is much about refining rules rather than making substantive changes. It pays special attention to MPs' needs for staff. It gives MPs a clear budget limit for staff, but one that allows flexibility so as to reflect the differences in their ways of work. This Review also explored the separation between parliamentary functions and party political activities