Mps to watch their wallets..

MPs have called for tighter scrutiny of government spending. E-politix.

David Miliband is to have a nice cup of tea and a chat about terrorism with the President of Pakistan. BBC.

The Conservatives have proposed a £55 weekly payment for mothers to cover the cost of raising children. The Times.

The Bank of England is to announce a bond plan for dealing with the credit crunch. BBC.

The Olympic Torch has made its slippery way to Malaysia. BBC.

The time that terrorism suspects can be held without charge may be extended from 28 to 42 days. The Guardian.

Westminster council has identified 600 families who it says "have a long-term negative effect on society as a whole". The Guardian.

Pope Benedict XVI said goodbye to America with a giant mass at New York's Yankee baseball stadium. BBC.

It was revealed that at least 170 drunk and driving police officers have not been fired for doing so. The Guardian.

The increase in arrests of suspected child sex offenders has increased threefold since 2006. BBC.

Paul McCartney is suggesting that the world go vegetarian to help fight global warming. Reuters.

Written by Oli Anderson on 21 Apr 2008 7:44 AM. Permalink

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