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Parliament faces criticism over 'rent-seeking' despite earning hefty allowances

A section of MPs during the Parliament Session after recess. February 11, 2025. [Elvis Ogina, Standard]

The 13th Parliament has been accused of engaging in rent-seeking behaviour and abdicating its oversight role, all the while gobbling up millions in allowances.

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