Corruption is a Crime

A couple of weeks ago, we reported that Lib Dem MP Norman Baker had called for the resignation of Sir John Bourn, the head of the National Audit Office, after Sir John ran up significant expenses bills on public money and accepted hospitality from companies including BAE Systems.

It’s now been announced that Sir John will stand down, retiring in January. His decision has been welcomed by Norman Baker:

“Sir John Bourn has made the correct decision and he should be thanked for the work he has done. But the next incumbent cannot end up in a position where he embarrasses the National Audit Office through expenses claims and perceived conflicts of interest.”