Petition · Office of the Leader of the House of Commons
Ban the Use of Mobile Phones by Members of Parliament in the House of Commons
Closed
102 signatures
What the petition asks
Parliament to implement a clear & enforceable ban on the use of mobile phones during all official proceedings within the House of Commons. We believe this measure will restore focus, decorum, and accountability, ensuring MPs fulfil their duties with the seriousness and respect the role demands.
We call for a ban on mobile phone use by MPs in the House of Commons. We believe phone use during debates distracts from serious decision-making, undermines public trust, and disrespects the role of elected officials. MPs should be fully engaged in representing the public, not scrolling or texting. For focus, accountability, and professionalism, we call for mobile phone use to be prohibited during all parliamentary proceedings.
Timeline
| 17 Jul 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 17 Jan 2026 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
102
Status
Closed
Department
Office of the Leader of the House of Commons
Opened
17 Jul 2025
Closed
17 Jan 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 27 Jul 2026.