Reform MPs' expenses rules regarding their right to claim for utility bills

Rejected 21 signatures

What the petition asks

The cost of living crisis is undoubtedly going to result in an increase in abject poverty among the British population. Meanwhile taxpayers are paying the rent, water, gas, electricity and internet for many MPs' London accommodation. This is unfair when many taxpayers cannot pay their own bills.

MPs have a minimum salary of just over £84,000. Many have other positions in Government, and second jobs and businesses, which increase their income further. We believe reform is needed, with an end to the rules which allow MPs to claim back their expenses, expecting those earning as little as a 7th of their salary to pay towards their living costs. We hope this issue can be debated in parliament and change brought about to ensure fairness at a time when people cannot afford their bills.

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 more about IPSA here: http://www.theipsa.org.uk

Timeline

26 Aug 2022	Petition opened for signatures
31 Aug 2022	Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 21

Status Rejected

Rejected 31 Aug 2022

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