Rejected petition Petition to ban those who missed the opening of parliament from being MPs

Ban anyone who skipped the opening of Parliament this year from being an MP. If they cannot take the time, they should not have the role

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It would make those who are in the position take it seriously. They have to attend their work to keep their job, like everyone else

This petition was rejected

Why was this petition rejected?

It’s not clear what the petition is asking the UK Government or Parliament to do.

There hasn't been a State Opening of Parliament this year (nor will there be one until next year) so it is unclear how the petition could be actioned.

We only reject petitions that don’t meet the petition standards.

Date submitted 20 October 2025
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