Just 15 of 38 ex-TDs or senators forked out to keep iPads

Thousands of euros worth of laptops, scanners and other IT equipment has not been returned by ex-TDs and senators. Stock Picture.

Former TDs and senators who retired or lost their seats at the last election have failed to return laptops, scanners, and other IT equipment that cost the taxpayer around €13,000, according to the Houses of the Oireachtas.

A total of 23 ex-members also retained Oireachtas-owned iPads, indicating they intend to purchase the devices but have failed to make any payment to-date, despite being sent invoices as long ago as last March.