ABC of UC

Oh, the festive cheer in Westminster is truly something to behold! It's just so heartwarming to know that while many are choosing between heating and eating this Christmas, our hard-working MPs can enjoy a sumptuous meal, safe in the knowledge that the taxpayer is generously picking up the tab for their "canteen" prices on a fine-dining menu.

Truly, nothing says "all in this together" quite like a heavily subsidized seasonal meal within the Palace of Westminster's walls. It's a real testament to their commitment to public service that they're willing to make such a sacrifice as choosing between the pan-seared lemon sole or the apricot and thyme tart, all at prices that would make a London restaurateur weep with envy. And the best part? The public gets to pay for the operational costs through a "net cost" rather than a "subsidy" (because words matter!), ensuring the magic of cheap food for the well-paid continues year-round.
It's a wonder they have any appetite at all, knowing they're only paying a fraction of the cost, while the rest of us get to enjoy the festive spirit of choosing between heating and eating.

“And so, as Tiny Tim said, 'A Merry Christmas to us all; God bless us, everyone!”