Impose a freeze on all expenses paid to MPs and Peers, until 2031.
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.
Signatures
21
signatures
Government response threshold (10,000) · 21/10,000
Debate threshold (100,000) · 21/100,000
- 08 JAN 2026Petition rejectedirrelevant
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
- 27 NOV 2025Petition created
Background
Both the House of Commons (MPs) and House of Lords (Peers) should Lead by Example to those who pay both tax and national insurance.