Extend rules for an MP misleading Parliament to include misleading the Public.

Rejected 9 signatures

What the petition asks

There is an existing set of rules, processes, committees and penalties that relate to an MP misleading Parliament. The scope of this should be extended to include MPs who mislead the Public, providing a quick & cost effective way to close this loophole.

Misinformation & outright dishonesty has become prevalent in the communication & campaigning of some MPs. This undermines our whole democracy & tarnishes the reputations of all who serve in Parliament. MPs should not be able to influence voters by misleading them & the fact that there are currently no formal consequences for doing so is negligent.

Why it was rejected

There was already a petition about this issue. Duplicates are rejected so signatures collect in one place.

You may wish to sign the following petition, which calls for similar action:

Hold MPs Accountable: By-Elections if They Lie or Mislead the Public 3 Times
Hold MPs Accountable: By-Elections if They Lie or Mislead the Public 3 Times

Timeline

18 Mar 2026	Petition opened for signatures
14 Apr 2026	Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 9

Status Rejected

Rejected 14 Apr 2026

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