Jun 25 2009 by Howard Lockley, Chester Chronicle
HALTON MP Derek Twigg claimed about £1,300 on mortgage or rent payments, and between £100-£250 a month on food.
In most months he claimed £74 for utilities and £97 on council tax and occasionally £20 on cleaning.
He also claimed £76 for bedding, £26.99 for an iron, and £49.99 on a radio.
On average he claimed £1,523 a month on his additional expenses allowance.
Mr Twigg also claimed for three 500g jars of Gold Blend at £8.02 each during the year.
Both MPs bought printing services from constituency-based firms. To view the expenses on-line, visit www.parliament.uk