Rejected petition End expenses for MP's second homes

Given the economic climate, and as the present government seem to have some difficulty balancing their books, I think MP's if they feel the need to have a second home pay for their own expenses. Apparently, some only live 50miles away? This is absurd. .

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Why?! I am sitting with a cardigan on and a blanket on in cold weather while they submit bills for over £2000 for a second home? The average bill is c£1800pa so why this amount for a second home? This is really beyond the mark.

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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 2 July 2025
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