Petitions/Ban Politicians from Profiting off Social Media Engagement
StatusOngoing
Opened8 Sept 2026
Closes
Government response
Parliamentary debateNot eligible
Milestones

Prohibit MPs and elected public officials from earning financial income - including ad revenue, creator pay-outs, platform subscriptions, and brand deals - from social media platforms while holding public office, ensuring public service remains focused on constituents rather than private profit.

Politics and social media monetization should never be mingled. Under current rules, elected representatives can profit from online algorithms that reward sensationalism, creating a direct conflict of interest. The sole duty of Members of Parliament must be public service, not generating revenue through digital platforms. We call on the Government and House of Commons to amend parliamentary rules and ban all sitting MPs from earning ad revenue, creator pay-outs, and sponsorships online.

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Constituency engagement ranking

Daniel Francis
1Daniel Francis MP
Bexleyheath and Crayford
2
Ms Abena Oppong-Asare
2Ms Abena Oppong-Asare MP
Erith and Thamesmead
2
David Chadwick
3David Chadwick MP
Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe
2
Dawn Butler
4Dawn Butler MP
Brent East
1
Baggy Shanker
5Baggy Shanker MP
Derby South
1
Danny Kruger
6Danny Kruger MP
East Wiltshire
1
Justin Madders
7Justin Madders MP
Ellesmere Port and Bromborough
1
Dr Lauren Sullivan
8Dr Lauren Sullivan MP
Gravesham
1
Jeremy Corbyn
9Jeremy Corbyn MP
Islington North
1
Alex Brewer
10Alex Brewer MP
North East Hampshire
1
Ban Politicians from Profiting off Social Media Engagement — Petitions