Petition · past parliament
consider appropriateness of heavily subsidised meals and drinks for MPs
Rejected
11 signatures
What the petition asks
To reduce the amount spent in meals provided at Houses if Parliament and to withdraw the high subsidies that apply. Remove all subsidies on alcoholic drinks etc
It is a highly inappropriate benefit, especially considering the current financial pressures on all people in the UK. It is also highly unfair in comparison to restrictions on school meals provision, work place canteens for nhs etc.
In relation to the workplace it is also in appropriate for alcohol to be served especially at reduced prices.
In relation to the workplace it is also in appropriate for alcohol to be served especially at reduced prices.
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 which calls for a similar action: Raise prices for House of Commons catering services to enable full cost recovery
Timeline
| 2 Oct 2022 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 5 Oct 2022 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
11
Status
Rejected
Rejected
5 Oct 2022
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.