"Although our behaviour was in accordance with the rules, I am aware of the feeling created in the public. Therefore, I announced to the staff of my office that from now on, all of my family's food expenses will be paid from my personal account," he said in a statement.

"I am not in this job for money or respect, but to serve the citizens of Israel with all my might, and that is what I'll continue to do."

Mr Bennett set up and sold two hi-tech companies for more than $250m before entering politics. He earns $16,500 a month as prime minister, while the average monthly salary in Israel is $3,400.

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