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Should MPs be allowed to employ relatives?

When Sir Christopher Kelly produces his reform package for MP expenses and allowances it is expected he will put a stop to the widespread practice of MPs employing spouses and other family members in back office jobs.

Kirsty Wark is joined by Eve Burt, the personal assistant to and wife of Alistair Burt MP, and by Susie Squire, the political director of the Taxpayer's Alliance to discuss the move.

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