I say enough with billing the taxpayers for MLA's to wine and dine with their supposed constituents, stakeholders etc. Who are these unnamed people and for what purpose are we buying them steak? Why are we buying water and coffee for your offices? 

We're paying for MLA accommodations that have kitchens - pack a lunch or pay your own meals. Public service perks should not necessarily equate to perks found in private industry. The rest of us pay for our meals while how many Albertans are using the food bank? Are MLA's also claiming expensed/reimbursed car costs, accommodation and meals on their income tax returns? 

The NDP have an opportunity here to change the course from entitlement that conservatives started years ago. Enough with the caucus retreats - the accommodation is already paid for in Edmonton - meet at the office and vacation on your own time.