Petition · past parliament

Stop claiming gas and electric claims for MPs

Rejected 21 signatures

What the petition asks

Stop the thousands of pounds claimed by MPs for rent and bills
Because you are crippling the working people

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://www.theipsa.org.uk/about-us/contact-us/

Timeline

5 Feb 2022 Petition opened for signatures
9 Feb 2022 Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 21
Status Rejected
Rejected 9 Feb 2022

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