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Member of Parliament Used Tax Money for Makeup

In her expense report, member of Parliament Jo Swinson included receipts for a hair dryer and makeup. Her reimbursements for the year, including these items, totaled £23,083. MPs may claim expenses for low-cost, everyday items for a second home near the House of Commons. The eyeliner and lip liner Swinson claimed shouldn't comprise these necessities. Also troubling: Who wears lip liner? [Telegraph UK]

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