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Originally Posted by DaveinGermany

Why am I not really surprised by this ? The promise of transparency & tighter controls, accountability to the public from their "Servants". Not surprisingly even greater conceit & mendacity, from your elected "leaders" ?

David Cameron soothes backbench anger by promising reform of expenses system - Telegraph

Cameron given rough ride by backbench critics - UK Politics, UK - The Independent

Surprised the Labourite Socialists haven't been screaming this from the rooftops. Or maybe they're after letting sleeping dogs lie (Literally).

The last point amazes me Dave .

Has Ed Milliband gone into hibernation ?

The presence of Labour opposition , nationally and locally , must be lost in a fog somewhere .

The Coalition is winning the battle of ideas in the media hands down .