Petition · past parliament
Prevent 2020/2021 pay rise for MPs
Rejected
19 signatures
What the petition asks
Prevent the planned wage increase for MPs.
At this time, during a pandemic that could potentially see millions unemployed, MPs SHOULD NOT be adding to their inflated wages. The total increase of £2,145,000 per year could be more beneficial to the NHS rather than in filling the pockets of MPs
At this time, during a pandemic that could potentially see millions unemployed, MPs SHOULD NOT be adding to their inflated wages. The total increase of £2,145,000 per year could be more beneficial to the NHS rather than in filling the pockets of MPs
Defer further pay increases for MPs for a period of 5 years minimum. Award monies that would have been used for a pay rise to the NHS instead.
Why it was rejected
It asked for something that is not the responsibility of the UK Government or Parliament.
MPs are not responsible for setting or voting on their own pay and expenses.
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://www.theipsa.org.uk/about-us/contact-us/
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://www.theipsa.org.uk/about-us/contact-us/
Timeline
| 9 Oct 2020 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 19 Oct 2020 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
19
Status
Rejected
Rejected
19 Oct 2020
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.