The Guardian publishes FDA response to myths around civil service expenses

The Guardian has today published a letter from FDA general secretary Jonathan Baume, rebutting David Blunkett's article of 5 November, which compared expenses, post-Kelly, of an MP and a Senior Civil Servant.

In his letter, Baume said: "Civil service expenses are modest and stand fair comparison with any in Parliament or outside organisations... Senior Civil Servants often work hours as long and demanding, including at weekends, as any MP."

Jonathan Baume's letter can be read by clicking on the following link: The MP and the civil servant.

David Blunkett's article can be read at: I am mystified by Kelly's expenses review.