MEPs are increasing their monthly allowances, arguing that it is justified as they have remained unchanged since 2011.
The plan is part of a broader staffing reshuffle and slated security measures at the European parliament following discussions on Thursday (16 April) by deputies in the budget committee.
An MEP already receives an allowance of €21,379 a month for expenses like assistants' salaries, supplies, and studies.
It is now set to increase by an extra €1,500 per mon...
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