Rejected petition All politicians - whatever their affiliation - to be paid the minimum wage, and not have any other paid positions on Company Boards etc.

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all politicians henceforth

Must draw the minimum wage ONLY. Not be entitled to a special pension when they cease to be an MP.
Must NOT have any other class of employment. Bank positions, Board members in private or public companies etc.
Any breach of these provisions to result in a conviction for corruption and immediate loss of office.
Be subject to the same Laws as the general population. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Provide an HONEST account of the EXPENSES required to do their job.
NOT be the recipient of 'PRESENTS IN KIND' from anyone with an interest in Legislation.
Not be allowed to take up 'Favoured employment' with Banks or Companies they have colluded with during their term of office.

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Date submitted 1 May 2014
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