Cycling keeps my expenses down, says MP

Osborne told The Wilmslow Expresss he makes travel savings by cycling between appointments.

MPs’ expenses are broken down into four categories – the costs of running a second home, running an office, employing staff, and travelling between constituencies and London.

Osborne’s were £19 895 for a second home, £17 993 for his office, £69 377 for staff and £11 896 on travel.

"I can’t defend the high mileage rate [MPs get for driving]. But I was very relaxed about that item of expense, because I use a bike when I’m in London," said Osborne.

"I cycle about eight miles a day."