Rejected petition Make MP’s second homes a barge identical to that proposed for asylum seekers.

Remove the second home allowance and offer MP’s who need to stay overnight in London a room on a barge identical to that offered to asylum seekers

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We have published the following petition, which you might like to sign:

Create state-owned accommodation and working space in London for MPs: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/633244

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Date submitted 13 April 2023
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