‘Unacceptable’ that jailed ex-Labour MP will receive £91,000 taxpayer-funded salary behind bars, says home secretary

Yvette Cooper supports calls for former Labour MP Mike Amesbury, jailed for assault, to have his pay stripped while incarcerated, deeming it “unacceptable” that he continues to receive his £91,000 salary under parliamentary rules. The Labour Party has taken action to remove him as an MP, with Cooper emphasizing the need for a new representative for Runcorn constituents swiftly. Amesbury’s 10-week sentence will trigger a recall petition, potentially leading to a by-election, while he could still receive up to £10,500 in salary until his MP status officially ceases after any appeals.

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