Callely insists expenses compliance

Senator Ivor Callely has insisted he complied with all regulations relating to his expenses.

The Dublin based Fianna Fáil Senator has come under fire after claiming €81,000 in expenses over the past three years, by using an address in west Cork.

This allowed him to claim travel and accomodation expenses.

The former Junior Minister told the Seanad this afternoon that he wants to submit himself for investigation before the Oireachtas Committee of Members Interests.

Senator Callely said he is confident that he will clear his name.

"I have always indicated that I have a west Cork residence, a Clontarf home and a constituency office in Dublin North Central, and travel from all three depending on circumstances to fulfil my Seanad duties," he said.

"I understand that I have complied with regulations.

"As the issue of expenses is very complex I hope the Select Committee will investigate all the issues relating to my case and come to a speedy conclusion."