Boards
the cost of processing MPs expenses is estimated to be £1.2million for 2008-09 (CG_Allin-centric)
http://www.publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm200809/cmhansrd/cm090327/text/90327w0001.htm
3rd and 4th paragraphs.
Hell in a handcart, broken Britain, gravy train et cetera.