Cut The Perks: Petition Overview
Cut The Perks is a campaign demanding fairness in government. As the public faces financial cuts—like the reduction of the Winter Fuel Payment for vulnerable people—MPs continue to enjoy perks such as expenses for energy bills, rent, and subsidised food and drinks in the House of Commons. This is an unjust imbalance, especially when many struggle to make ends meet.
Our Petition Demands:
- No more energy bill claims by MPs while essential public support is being cut.
- Remove food and drink subsidies in the House of Commons to reflect the public’s rising living costs.
- Halt all MP pay raises, ensuring that MPs don’t receive increases while the public suffers cuts.
- Review and eliminate all unnecessary perks that MPs currently receive, ensuring accountability and fairness.
Why This Matters:
As winter approaches, many people will face difficult choices, such as whether to heat their homes or buy food. The recent changes to the Winter Fuel Payment mean that millions of vulnerable individuals, particularly pensioners, will be left without vital support. Meanwhile, MPs continue to benefit from taxpayer-funded perks, enjoying financial comfort at the expense of the public.
This petition calls for an end to this disparity, demanding that MPs make the same sacrifices as the people they represent. In addition to cutting their perks, we are now calling for a halt on all MP pay raises, to reflect the financial realities faced by the public.
Other Ways You Can Help:
- Share the Campaign – Spread the word on social media using the hashtag #CutThePerks and help us raise awareness.
- Get Involved – Volunteer, attend rallies, or support the campaign in other ways to ensure our government becomes more accountable.
- Donate –
By standing together, we can push for real change. Join us and help demand that MPs Cut The Perks.