By-elections to be called automatically when MPs defect to another party
- 1,185 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 2,366 - 8 added in the past 24hrs)
When an MP decides they want to defect to another party a by-election should be automatically triggered to allow the constituents the opportunity have their democratic right to agree or not with their elected official.
Give people power to dismiss MPs – change the Recall of MPs Act
- 191 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 439 - 5 added in the past 24hrs)
We think Parliament needs to change the Recall of MPs Act 2015 so that voters can start a recall petition at any time initiating a by-election, without needing certain circumstances to be met.
Legislate to allow recall of MPs found to have deliberately misled the public
- 122 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 225 - 2 added in the past 24hrs)
We think that if an independent body finds an MP has deliberately misled the public, their constituents should be able to trigger a binding recall vote. This could give voters the power to remove MPs who break their trust with the electorate, forcing a by-election.
Government to support the Elections (Proportional Representation) Bill
- 94 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 161 - 2 added in the past 24hrs)
We call on the UK Government to support the progression of the Elections (Proportional Representation) Bill, ensuring time for a Second Reading in the Commons. Even if a vote were to fail, this is an important issue and deserves open debate and a free vote in both Houses.
Abolish IPSA and set MP salaries to 160% of the 'National Living Wage'
- 130 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 142 - 4 added in the past 24hrs)
We want the government to abolish The Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority pay settlement function and set MP pay at 160% of the 'National Living Wage'.
Make comment sections on all petitions
- 30 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 133 - 2 added in the past 24hrs)
I think Parliament should add a comment section on all petitions, which I think could help spread awareness of the issues this country has.
Ban the Use of Mobile Phones by Members of Parliament in the House of Commons
- 87 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 131 - 1 added in the past 24hrs)
Parliament to implement a clear & enforceable ban on the use of mobile phones during all official proceedings within the House of Commons. We believe this measure will restore focus, decorum, and accountability, ensuring MPs fulfil their duties with the seriousness and respect the role demands.
Review UK laws and procedures relating to votes of no confidence
- 39 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 108 - 1 added in the past 24hrs)
We call on Parliament to initiate a cross-party review of the laws and procedures for votes of no confidence, ensuring they are clear, modern, and fit for purpose following the repeal of the Fixed-Term Parliaments Act in 2022.
Require all MPs to be contactable by email
- 43 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 63 - 1 added in the past 24hrs)
Require all MPs to receive and reply to correspondence by email. People with low incomes may be unable to afford to contact an MP by post.
MPs to receive positive feedback from constituents before getting paid.
- 59 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 61 - 1 added in the past 24hrs)
We call on the government to make changes to the legislation covering how MPs are paid. We want a PIP-style assessment for MPs to fill out and require them to get positive feedback from constituents before they can be paid, and assessments that decide whether they're eligible for the payment.