Petition
Ban MPs from using mobile phones whilst in the chamber of the House of Commons.
Rejected
10 signatures
What the petition asks
Ban the use of mobile phones in the House of Commons chamber whilst in session.
It is not compatible with concentrating or listening to important debates and issues, and is fundamentally rude and disrespectful behaviour.
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 as a whole aren't responsible for the issue you raise. Order in the Commons is the responsibility of the Speaker personally.
Timeline
| 22 Jan 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 13 Mar 2025 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
10
Status
Rejected
Rejected
13 Mar 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 27 Aug 2026.