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.

189 Signatures

Status
Open
Opened
Wednesday 12th February 2025
Last 24 hours signatures
2
Signature Deadline
Tuesday 12th August 2025
Estimated Final Signatures: 212

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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.


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