Petition · past parliament · Office of the Leader of the House of Commons

Prevent the use of mobile devices by MPs whilst within the House of Commons.

Closed 29 signatures

What the petition asks

Remove the ability for MPs to use mobile devices in the Commons chamber.
Encourage MPs to act in a way which sets an example for the nation and encourages their own further attention and engagement in the business of the day. Remove the perception of MPs not fully engaged in their workplace.

Timeline

4 May 2022 Petition opened for signatures
18 Nov 2022 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 29
Status Closed
Department Office of the Leader of the House of Commons
Opened 4 May 2022
Closed 18 Nov 2022

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