MP's expenses

I think the new proposed rules for MP's expenses go too far.  Way too far.

Do we really want a culture where only the rich can afford to stand for parliament?  Where an MP may waste 2-3 hours a day commuting because he can't claim for London accommodation?

There were abuses that needed dealing with, but there are also reasonable costs that should be met.

I want to live in a country where anyone can afford to stand for parliament, and where MPs don't have to seek handouts from industrial lobbies to supplement their income.