AT a casual glance, it appeared to be the usual list from the revenue commissioners, naming and shaming the publicans, parish priests and assorted others who are conscientious objectors to paying their tax.

EUROPE AFFAIRS Minister Dick Roche yesterday called for an overhaul of the EU-expenses system after an investigation claimed Irish MEPs were abusing lucrative allowances.

The EU’s anti-fraud body, OLAF, is to investigate claims MEPs have been claiming expenses to which they are not entitled.

European Parliament President Pat Cox is to investigate allegations that at least 200 EU assembly members fiddle their expenses.