THE STAR INFOGRAPHIC
MPs could be pocketing millions of shillings in fictitious mileage allowances as the Parliamentary Service Commission has given them a blank cheque to claim the lucrative perks without evidence of travel, according to the auditor general.
A new report reveals the leadership of the bicameral Parliament – the Senate and the National Assembly – is paying out millions to facilitate MPs’ travel to constituencies.
The revelations could put the PSC chaired by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula in the spotlight, coming at a time Kenyans are struggling with tough financial times.
Auditor General Nancy Gathungu says her review established all that the lawmakers do is fill a transport claim form every month and the cash is wired promptly to their accounts.
