Petition · past parliament

MP's who tried to block article 50 should resign .

Rejected 17 signatures

What the petition asks

The Following members of parliament who tried blocking article 50 should be made to resign as a traitor to democracy and the people.

Why it was rejected

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

Decisions on whether or not to resign are the responsibility of the individual MP concerned.The UK Government and Parliament are not responsible for removing MPs from office because of their views or opinions.

Timeline

2 Feb 2017 Petition opened for signatures
3 Feb 2017 Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 17
Status Rejected
Rejected 3 Feb 2017

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