Submitted on Wednesday 18th June 2025
Rejected on Tuesday 29th July 2025
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: duplicate (see below for details)
Ban mobile phones in the Commons Chamber whilst Parliament is sitting.
MPs should not take mobile phones into the Chamber. If this is allowed then they must be switched off, not just put in silent mode. Texting and carrying on conversations whilst in the Chamber and debates are in progress should not be permitted.
MPs are expected to pay attention to ongoing debates and discussions in the Chamber and it would appear that they are becoming a major distraction. This is disrespectful to both other MPs and the Electorate.
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The following petition calls for a similar action:
Ban the Use of Mobile Phones by Members of Parliament in the House of Commons
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/730728
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