Do not allow MPs to be able to claim for Christmas Parties on expenses

Rejected 9 signatures

What the petition asks

As reported here, https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63714892, the Ipsa has stated that MPs can claim back money spent on food, decorations and non-alcoholic drinks for an "office festive event". This cannot be allowed to happen and MPs must be explicitly blocked from claim this on expenses.

During this time of extreme increases in the cost of living and the measures introduced by the government which has significantly affected quality of life for a tremendous amount of the UK population, it is deplorable to allow MPs to use tax payers money for their Christmas festivities.

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

22 Nov 2022	Petition opened for signatures
25 Nov 2022	Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 9

Status Rejected

Rejected 25 Nov 2022

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