Submitted on Wednesday 9th July 2025
Rejected on Tuesday 29th July 2025
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: duplicate (see below for details)
Prohibit MPs From Using Phones During Parliamentary Hearings
MPs should not use personal phones during parliamentary hearings. It’s unprofessional and distracting. A ban should be in place, with an emergency contact system for families to reach MPs if needed. This ensures focus, respect, and proper conduct in Parliament.
MPs should be fully focused during parliamentary hearings, not distracted by mobile phones. Their role is to represent the public and make crucial decisions. I urge Parliament to ban personal phone use during sessions, except when essential. In emergencies, MPs' families should contact a monitored line. This would uphold professionalism, mirror standards in other workplaces, and help restore public trust in the democratic process.
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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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