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Welshchris 27-10-2011 22:05

Government credit cards used to buy doughnuts
 
Luxury hotels, doughnuts, and even flying lessons are among the items paid for using Government credit cards since the coalition came to power.

So much for "We are all in this together" as Cameron stated!


http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/poli...doughnuts.html

danielf 27-10-2011 22:58

Re: Government credit cards used to buy doughnuts
 
To be honest, I didn't see that much on that list that raised an eyebrow.

It seems perfectly normal to me to provide food if meetings run over and it's getting late.

That's what you'd expect in a private company (but you don't hear about it much). Why should public government be different?

mertle 27-10-2011 23:36

Re: Government credit cards used to buy doughnuts
 
Im also worried at ex prime minister seems to be on the troughing game. Did'nt take long for them to get on the the gravy train have they got enough from there generous payouts for being ex leaders.

Quote:

In the past five years, the three former number 10 incumbents have cost the taxpayer in total more than £1.7m in public duty allowances.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-15486792

Hom3r 27-10-2011 23:36

Re: Government credit cards used to buy doughnuts
 
If people saw what MPs have claimed for they would poop.

I've seen uncensored MPs expenses, and I would have never been able to claim for on expenses, I cannot say what due to a non disclousre agreement.

mertle 27-10-2011 23:59

Re: Government credit cards used to buy doughnuts
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by Hom3r (Post 35322016)
If people saw what MPs have claimed for they would poop.

I've seen uncensored MPs expenses, and I would have never been able to claim for on expenses, I cannot say what due to a non disclousre agreement.

Such a shame too about time the whole scheming lot was exposed cant you just forget leave a copy in cab somewhere;):Sprint::notme::angel:

Power to the PEOPLE

Welshchris 28-10-2011 07:02

Re: Government credit cards used to buy doughnuts
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by danielf (Post 35321991)
To be honest, I didn't see that much on that list that raised an eyebrow.

It seems perfectly normal to me to provide food if meetings run over and it's getting late.

That's what you'd expect in a private company (but you don't hear about it much). Why should public government be different?

You are Joking?

So ur telling me that its ok for us to for out for Flying lessons, Orthepedic Equipment and Music from Itunes?

Chrysalis 28-10-2011 20:20

Re: Government credit cards used to buy doughnuts
 
The same MP's who voted for tougher treatment of the disabled as well, disgusting.

danielf 28-10-2011 20:36

Re: Government credit cards used to buy doughnuts
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by Welshchris (Post 35322097)
You are Joking?

So ur telling me that its ok for us to for out for Flying lessons, Orthepedic Equipment and Music from Itunes?


I suppose the itunes sounds dodgy.

Flying lessons:

Quote:

A DfT spokeswoman said: ''A valid pilot's licence is required by a number of inspectors employed by the Air Accidents Investigation Branch as part of their work. This requires regular training to ensure these licences remain up-to-date.''
Orthopedic Equipment from posturite. Purveyors of Ergnomic Office furniture.

Outrageous. How dare they order furniture for an office :shocked:


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