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The former Commons Speaker, Betty Boothroyd, says that the reputation of parliament can be restored after the recent expenses scandals. She says the expenses system has been 'horribly abused' by a handful of MPs. But the majority have behaved properly. It's her first interview since the recent crisis in confidence in the politicial system.

Also in the programme, two seasoned commentators assess how far a lack of honesty is endemic in political argument. Lance Price, who worked for Tony Blair, and Danny Finkelstein, who worked for the Conservatives, examine claim and counter claim over public spending.

Finally, two MPs, the Conservative Richard Bacon and Labour's Gordon Prentice look forward to Monday's election for a new Commons speaker.