Petition · past parliament
Ban jeering and background noise from MPs in parliament
Rejected
17 signatures
What the petition asks
Ban all noise interference from MPs when questions are being asked and answers are being given. Eradicate the childish jeering, braying, booing and attempts to obfuscate in what should be a clear and professional atmosphere.
The recent social distancing requirements have shown how much better the House of Commons runs when there are no mobs shouting from the back seats. The public can hear what is being said and there is no risk of important matters being drowned out by schoolboy tactics.
No office in the country would operate under such ridiculous conditions. Ban the baying crowds now and start acting like grown ups.
No office in the country would operate under such ridiculous conditions. Ban the baying crowds now and start acting like grown ups.
Why it was rejected
There was already a petition about this issue. Duplicates are rejected so signatures collect in one place.
You may wish to sign this petition calling for the same action: Prohibit MPs from booing and jeering during parliamentary proceedings
Timeline
| 26 May 2020 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 30 Jul 2020 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
17
Status
Rejected
Rejected
30 Jul 2020
Follow this petition
Sign in to get an email when the government responds, a debate is scheduled or held, or the petition closes.
Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.