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Ex-MP Spends £9,000 on Tech Before Election Loss

2/9/2025

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Former Tory MP Ian Liddell-Grainger splurged £9,000 on computer gear just before his electoral defeat, adding to his staggering IT expenses of £45,364 over his term. With previous outlays of over £9,000 in 2023 and £5,506 in 2022, it raises eyebrows that no equipment was returned despite a four-month return policy.

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Former Tory MP Ian Liddell-Grainger splurged £9,000 on computer gear just before his electoral defeat, adding to his staggering IT expenses of £45,364 over his term. With previous outlays of over £9,000 in 2023 and £5,506 in 2022, it raises eyebrows that no equipment was returned despite a four-month return policy.