Petition · past parliament

Link pay rises for MPs to any existing cap on rises for public sector workers.

Rejected 12 signatures

What the petition asks

Many Public Sector Workers are struggling to mange due to the % cap on Public Sector wages. However many Politicians are out of touch with this Austerity Measure and continue to accept excessive pay increases. Linking the two awards may ensure equality and fairness.

Why it was rejected

It asked for something that is not the responsibility of the UK Government or Parliament.

We can't accept your petition because the UK Government and Parliament aren't responsible for the issue you raise. The Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority (IPSA) is responsible for deciding on MPs' expenses and pay. IPSA is independent of both Parliament and Government.

You can find out how to contact IPSA here:

http://parliamentarystandards.org.uk/About%20Us/Pages/Contact-Us.aspx

Timeline

22 Dec 2016 Petition opened for signatures
22 Dec 2016 Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 12
Status Rejected
Rejected 22 Dec 2016

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.