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Page last updated at 03:52 GMT, Friday, 16 May 2008 04:52 UK
Commons Speaker Michael Martin
Ruling due in MPs' expenses fight
The High Court is set to decide whether 14 MPs must disclose details of claims made for their second homes.
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For Sale signs '1m more' on housing waiting list
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