Martin to Quit, but Not Just yet ; He Wants to Stay in Place Until Next Election to Install Son in 'Hereditary' Seat and Claim Pounds 100,000 Golden Parachute [Scot Region Edition 2]

Mail on SundayMay 18, 2009

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MICHAEL MARTIN has agreed to quit as Speaker following a revolt by MPs and claims that he failed to curb MPs' expenses, it was revealed last night.

But he is fighting a rearguard action to stay on as an MP for another year so he can keep Pounds 100,000 of pay and perks and help his son Paul to inherit his Glasgow seat.

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Martin to Quit, but Not Just yet ; He Wants to Stay in Place Until Next Election to Install Son in 'Hereditary' Seat and Claim Pounds 100,000 Golden Parachute [Scot Region Edition 2]

Mr Martin faces humiliation tomorrow when MPs try to force him out of the Speaker's chair by tabling a motion of no confidence in him.

In an attempt to avoid him becoming the first Speaker for 313...

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