A disabled Labour MP is facing an inquiry by the Commons expenses watchdog over her use of taxis.
The Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority (Ipsa) announced on Tuesday that it had opened an investigation into whether Kate Osborne breached spending rules.
It said the inquiry related to spending on travel and subsistence costs, as well as 'miscellaneous costs and financial assistance'.
Ms Osborne, who represents Jarrow and Gateshead East, said the investigation was focused on her use of taxis following an operation on her spine in February, something she says had been recommended by Parliament's own health service.
She said: 'Whilst this operation was a success it has not helped my disability, it has highlighted other issues and I am afraid has left me still in a lot of pain which the consultant has said will be for the rest of my life.'
