Constitution is a salary-free zone

We have been repeatedly reminded that the 2008 financial meltdown has resulted in the worst economic crisis since the foundation of the state.

That being so, how is it that the political leaders of all parties have not reflected this position in their salaries and allowances?

This discrepancy prompted a look at our constitution for some guidance. Puzzlingly, the Constitution makes no mention of salaries whatever. However, It does use such words as ‘emolument’ and ‘remuneration’.