[andrewb]

Originally Posted by g jones

If I did win, one thing is clear I would inform both DC & LCC to stop my allowances (I don't claim expenses except Train Fare to LCC) and to backdate that to GE day.

IIRC by elections cost £2000 to the tax payer?

Why would you inform them to stop your allowances? If you're doing the job you should be getting paid. Unless of course you think you're only going to be doing half a job since you'd be in London most of the week if elected?