Porkies

Ever tried to get a straight answer from a politician?

The story so far:

1. The 2004/5 Financial Review into SPARC stated that seven (out of nine) of their board members attended the Athens Olympics.

2. An MP then submits the following written question to the Minister of Sport and Recreation:

"How many Sport and Recreation New Zealand (SPARC) board members attended the Athens Olympic games; if any, what was the cost to the taxpayer?"

3. The answer? "One SPARC Board Member attended the Athens Olympic Games – the Chairman. The cost to the taxpayer was $11,977.57 which covered airfares, accommodation and expenses."

So the other six paid their own way? Yeah, right.