"Richard Lloyd, the Ipsa chair, emphasized the importance of fair compensation for MPs, stating, "We want to support a diverse and representative parliament, where being an MP is not reserved for those wealthy enough to fund it themselves.""
"Ipsa is launching a citizens' forum with randomly selected participants to discuss MPs' pay and funding, highlighting the need for an open dialogue about democracy and financial transparency."
The Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority (Ipsa) is initiating a citizens' forum to engage the public in discussions about MPs' salaries and funding. Set to begin in early 2025, this initiative will randomly select approximately 25 members from a pool of 10,000 candidates invited to share their views on compensation. Scheduled discussions will address public perceptions of MPs' pay, which a 2021 survey indicated many believe is too high. Ipsa aims to dispel myths surrounding MPs' funding and foster a more equitable representation in parliament.
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