Petition · Cabinet Office
Require elected public office holders to identify their role on social media
Open for signatures
228 signatures
What the petition asks
Require elected public office holders, including MPs, councillors and mayors, to clearly state their official role in their social media profile name.
We believe people should be able to identify when they are interacting with an elected representative rather than a private individual.
Elected officials can influence public debate, particularly on local and national issues. Without clear identification, their comments may be mistaken for those of ordinary members of the public.
We think greater transparency would support openness, accountability and public trust.
We believe this could be achieved through guidance or a code of conduct.
Elected officials can influence public debate, particularly on local and national issues. Without clear identification, their comments may be mistaken for those of ordinary members of the public.
We think greater transparency would support openness, accountability and public trust.
We believe this could be achieved through guidance or a code of conduct.
Timeline
| 15 May 2026 | Petition opened for signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
228
Status
Open for signatures
Department
Cabinet Office
Opened
15 May 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 26 Jul 2026.