>> The issue is not whether he received payment or not, as this income was declared.
>> The issue is whether his acts were ones which were allowed or not.
I'm not convinced that the position of an MP accused of malfeasance is actually that different to the ordinary workplace.
If I were accused of misconduct at work it would be investigated by a manager. There'd be a hearing at which I can be assisted by a colleague.
If I'm aggrieved by the outcome I can seek an appeal/review probably involving one of the charity's trustees.
Paterson was investigated by the Commissioner. Her report was reviewed by the LAbour chaired Select Committee who heard further representations from Paterson. Only then did they produce a report to the house endorsing the Commissioner's conclusions.
But, wail the MPs the employee can go to the Employment Tribunal.
There now seems to be a suggestion of another tier, perhaps chaired by a Judge, to hear MP appeals.
Meanwhile are bets being taken on the style Baron Paterson will take upon his elevation to the Peerage?
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