Dáil seeks legal advice on TD expenses claims

A number of politicians may be forced to pay back expenses they claimed for campaigning outside of their constituencies, after the Oireachtas said allowances for such work were never envisaged under the rules.

Socialist TD Clare Daly said yesterday she was willing to pay back any expense claims if it was found they breached travel and accommodation allowance rules.

The Dublin TD said she had claimed €10,000 or more from the Oireachtas for campaigning against the household charge around the country.