Rejected petition Prevent anyone with a serious conviction from being in Public Office.

Individuals with a conviction for a serious offence should not be allowed to stand for or remain as an MP or Councillor.

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Individuals in Public Office should be setting an example of the behaviour expected from members of the public. They should not have a serious conviction before they take office and should be removed immediately if they are convicted during their term. It is important to be clear no-one is above the law, even if they have been voted in before they were convicted.

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You may wish to sign this petition which calls for a similar action: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/706177

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Date submitted 1 April 2025
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