Rejected petition Do not allow MPs to be able to claim for Christmas Parties on expenses

As reported here, https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63714892, the Ipsa has stated that MPs can claim back money spent on food, decorations and non-alcoholic drinks for an "office festive event". This cannot be allowed to happen and MPs must be explicitly blocked from claim this on expenses.

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During this time of extreme increases in the cost of living and the measures introduced by the government which has significantly affected quality of life for a tremendous amount of the UK population, it is deplorable to allow MPs to use tax payers money for their Christmas festivities.

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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 22 November 2022
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