Rejected petition Monitor minimum standards for Mps attendance
MPs need to be more accountable for their position. Certain MPs have second jobs fly around the world promoting themselves and companies. If their not in parliament and not doing their job, they shouldn't hold office.
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In most professions there are minimum standards. Minimum requirements of time, Lawyers, Financial Adviser etc have to keep continuous professional development log. Providing details of their actions to justify their position. Mps should be the same clear requirements on attending parliament and local surgeries.
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Change the requirements of how often MPs attend a Parliamentary sitting. - https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/701773
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