Are we overreacting to the Labour expenses scandal?

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I am no apologist for Coyle’s misjudgements, character or abilities, but if work requires you to undertake training, is it not a business expense? (PA)

Mitchell/Forrest today raised the costs charged to expenses by Labour MP Neil Coyle.

I am no apologist for Coyle’s misjudgements, character or abilities, but if work requires you to undertake training, is it not a business expense?

The moral argument is pertinent, and I have sometimes questioned whether an expense claim is permissible or not. It is a judgement call. If you are open to scrutiny, you must be careful about your decision.