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Do we need a general election following the expenses scandal?

Interim reforms to the system of MPs' expenses have been outlined by the Commons' Speaker, but opposition parties are calling for an election. Graham Stewart takes your calls, texts and emails.

Interim reforms to the system of MPs' expenses have been outlined by Commons Speaker Michael Martin. Under the proposals mortgage interest and rent claims will be capped at Β£1,250 per month and members will be banned from "flipping" the designation of their second home.

But Conservative leader David Cameron and First Minister Alex Salmond both say a general election should be called. What do you think?

Graham Stewart takes your calls, texts and emails.

1 hour

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Wed 20 May 2009 09:00

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  • Wed 20 May 2009 09:00