Petition
Means test the MPs for expenses
Rejected
21 signatures
What the petition asks
Stop the MPs in parliament receiving expenses
They are earning 93000 per year we pay the rent on their second home they should pay their own heating water and food 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: https://www.theipsa.org.uk/
You may wish to sign this petition calling for a review of MP’s expenses:
Review the system of expenses and allowances for MPs
Review the system of expenses and allowances for MPs
You can find out more about IPSA here: https://www.theipsa.org.uk/
You may wish to sign this petition calling for a review of MP’s expenses:
Review the system of expenses and allowances for MPs
Review the system of expenses and allowances for MPs
Timeline
| 1 Dec 2024 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 20 Jan 2025 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
21
Status
Rejected
Rejected
20 Jan 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 27 Jul 2026.