Enforce By-elections in constituencies where the MP defects to a different party
Discuss in parliament enforcing by-elections in constituencies where the MPs defect to another party.
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- 18 FEB 2026Petition rejectedduplicate
You may wish to sign the following petition, which calls for similar action: By-elections to be called automatically when MPs defect to another party https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/737660
- 26 JAN 2026Petition created
Background
Romford,Newark,Fareham & Waterlooville and any other constituencies that have their MP change party should have to hold By-elections. MPs are voted in largely on their alignment with a party's view not just the individual.