Rejected petition Automatic By-Election for MP Defections to Another Political Party

If an MP leaves their elected party, they should be required to hold a by-election. This would allow constituents to exercise their democratic right & ensure transparency in representation, as current political maneuvering undermines voters' choices. It's time to restore peoples faith in politics.

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Date submitted 17 September 2025
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