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What's the best way to house a member of parliament?

Ann Widdecombe MP argues that without a second homes allowance Parliament would only attract the very wealthy. Graham Stewart takes your calls, texts and emails.

The MP Ann Widdecombe reckons that without a second homes allowance Parliament would only attract rich people. Has she got a point? And does it matter if MPs - or indeed MSPs - go on to make a profit by selling on their second homes? It doesn't cost us any more, after all, but is that missing the point?

Graham Stewart takes your calls, texts and emails.

1 hour

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  • Thu 14 May 2009 09:00