Ban MPs having second jobs whilst in office

I believe Members of Parliament should not be allowed to hold second jobs of any sort whilst holding Office.

Last fetched 03 May 2026 · petition.parliament.uk

Signatures

222

signatures

Government response threshold (10,000) · 222/10,000

Debate threshold (100,000) · 222/100,000

Background

I believe such jobs could adversely impact an MP's ability to make independent thoughts and actions toward his or her duties to his or her constituency, and instead I think the power of their office may be abused to further their own self-interest.