indemnity

DCHP-1 (pre-1967)

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1n.

the money received by a member of parliament or of a legislative assembly in return for his services and in compensation for loss of personal income.

Quotations

1831

We see that the indemnity bill underwent further discussion, and has received the concurrence of the House. . . .

1871

A rather discreditable discussion took place in the House of Assembly, on the subject of the members' indemnity.

1947

Members of the House of Commons and the Senate are not paid a salary, but rather what they are pleased to call an indemnity.

1965

I imagine that one day we shall see independent commissions recommending on the indemnities of members.

2n.

a similar remuneration received by elected municipal officials.

1907

The indemnities payable are not to exceed $2,000 to a mayor, $400 to an alderman, and $100 to a reeve or councilllor.

1964

The new indemnities compare with Esquimalt's $2,400 for the reeve, and $900 for councillors. . . .