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The Commons Standards Committee, an independent body, investigates alleged breaches of conduct by MPs. It's separate from the police or general regulatory bodies, focusing specifically on parliamentary standards. Their findings, like in James McMurdock's case, are then reported to the House of Commons for further action or debate.
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