Conservatives barred from using rule that lets MPs bill taxpayers for home internet
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As was the case for many Canadians, the COVID-19 pandemic forced MPs and their employees to work from home. But their offices have now been back open for months, and no health restrictions currently require them to work out of a home office. No rules have been broken, but the opposition whip’s office told MPs that a new policy has been set for caucus, according to a recent email obtained by The Canadian Press.The email said it has been decided that no caucus member or employee can expense home internet costs, following a discussion with Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre.
The message said if the party expects Canadians to see Conservatives as responsible financial stewards, “we must lead by example.” It adds that the party plans to propose that the current House of Commons policy end for MPs of all stripes.Since he became party leader in September, Poilievre has been laser focused on economic and affordability issues including inflation, housing costs and food prices.
“While these expenses were allowed under the standing policy of the House of Commons, Conservatives will cease any expensing of home internet charges going forward.”The decision comes as Tory MPs prepare for a two-day caucus retreat that starts on Friday. The House of Commons resumes sitting next week.
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