Raise the retirement age of MP’s in line with the state pension age.

Raise the retirement age of MP’s in line with the state pension age. — 6 signatures. Status: rejected.

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Improves fairness and equality in society by ensuring those changing legislation affecting millions of pensioners are subject to the same changes. Reduces the cost of funding to the government as a pensionable age of 60 years is now unaffordable according to the government.

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Reflects modern longevity and working lives. Fairness and consistency as aligning MP’s pensions with the state pension avoids a perception that MP’s are treated differently from the public they serve. Retains experience and expertise. Improves representation: An age-diverse Parliament better reflects the full spectrum of society. Encourages merit over age. Stability in governance. Supports mentoring and leadership development: Signals respect for older workers nationwide:

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