Rejected petition Stop MP's living close to London from claiming travel and accomodation expenses

We the electorate are fed up and disappointed with the number of MP's who continue to claim unwarranted expenses for travel and accommodation whilst living in commuting distance of the centre of London.

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The recent disclosure that 46 MP's who have homes in London are claiming hotel and other rental expenses whilst renting out their own homes.

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Why was this petition rejected?

It’s about something that the UK Government or Parliament is not directly responsible for.

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.

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Date submitted 27 January 2017
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