Northern Ireland's politicians are facing criticism after it emerged that MLAs at Stormont are receiving free electric car charging, despite being paid to travel to work. The perk, which allows lawmakers to charge their vehicles at a dedicated station on the Stormont estate, has sparked outrage among taxpayers who feel it is an unnecessary expense. The revelation comes as MLAs are already entitled to a daily allowance for travel, which is intended to cover the cost of commuting to and from the Assembly. As the province struggles to balance its budget, the decision to provide free electric car charging has been labelled a "luxury" by some, raising questions about the priorities of the Stormont administration.
Stormont: Free electric car charging for MLAs despite travel pay BBC
