Petition · past parliament

Abolish the Palace of Westminster restaurant subsidy for those earning over £23K

Closed 47 signatures

What the petition asks

In 2016, the food/drink subsidy in Parliament cost around £3.7M. This use of taxpayers’ money must stop for higher earners, with funds diverted to public services where it is needed. Citizens who themselves struggle to buy food should not be forced to help feed MPs who earn significant wages.

Timeline

24 Apr 2018 Petition opened for signatures
24 Oct 2018 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 47
Status Closed
Opened 24 Apr 2018
Closed 24 Oct 2018

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