Petition

Impose a freeze on all expenses paid to MPs and Peers, until 2031.

Rejected 21 signatures

What the petition asks

We would like members of both, The House of Commons (MPs) and The House of Lords (Peers) to take their share of the burden to reduce the UK National Debt and freeze their future expenses until 2031.
Both the House of Commons (MPs) and House of Lords (Peers) should Lead by Example to those who pay both tax and national insurance.

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

27 Nov 2025 Petition opened for signatures
8 Jan 2026 Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 21
Status Rejected
Rejected 8 Jan 2026

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 27 Jul 2026.