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Is our political system creaking?

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whitewave Mon 20-Jun-16 11:17:57

The tragedy of Jo Cox does not need repeating nor dwelling upon.

We have heard many times repeated this week that MPs need to be shown greater respect for the job they do.

I absolutely agree.

However - the reason given by so many of the voters is the lack of trust they have in politicians.

I can't see this improving in the near future, as whichever side wins the referendum we will then become aware of the lies, hyperbole and myths we were subjected to by our MPs as the immediate and midterm future unfolds.

We are told as children we must earn respect. Politics is a two way thing.

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Elegran Tue 21-Jun-16 13:29:13

MPs and money.

Members are required to register all financial interests. These are available for public viewing. The latest edition as at 6th June 2016 is at :- www.publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmregmem/160606/contents.htm

You can find any MP you want, and see what they have been paid for.

"Under parliamentary rules, MPs are allowed to engage in outside work, including taking on company directorships, working as consultants, acting as barristers or simply giving speeches or writing books – provided that all income is declared in official registers, and no work relates to lobbying parliament." www.theguardian.com/politics/2013/may/27/mps-declare-income-other-jobs

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obieone Tue 21-Jun-16 15:05:51

Do you think they have put everything there? Do they have to put everything there?
Or is it a case of hope for the best do you think?

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Elegran Tue 21-Jun-16 18:26:13

They have to put everything there, and if they are caught out not putting in they are in trouble.

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