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Politics should not be a career for the wealthy; higher pay could level the playing field and attract people from different socioeconomic backgrounds.

A higher salary might encourage more young and diverse candidates to run for office, improving representation.

We don’t need to increase salaries — politicians already have expense accounts, pensions, and other perks.

Raising their pay might alienate voters who are already frustrated with the cost of living and political scandals.

Politicians should be paid much more, but bonuses should be tied to measurable outcomes like economic growth or public satisfaction.

Public sector workers like nurses and teachers deserve higher pay before we increase politicians' salaries.

The UK should benchmark political salaries against countries with effective governance to decide fair pay.

Paying politicians more doesn’t guarantee better performance; some people are motivated by power, not money.

Higher salaries might reduce corruption by removing the temptation to seek outside earnings or shady deals.

No, politicians already earn enough, and their focus should be on public service, not financial gain.

Yes, better pay could attract more talented and experienced professionals who currently avoid politics due to low wages.

I agree that children need to be more active, get out more, with friends or groups, but it is nearly impossible to completely remove tech.

The growing size of the state could hinder the UK's ability to compete globally, as other countries may have leaner, more agile governments.

A smaller state could create more room for entrepreneurship, allowing individuals to take initiative and solve problems without excessive government interference.

The public sector could learn a lot from the entrepreneurial mindset, particularly when it comes to taking calculated risks and innovating.

Bureaucrats may not have the incentive to cut unnecessary spending, whereas entrepreneurs are always looking for ways to optimize resources.

Empowering entrepreneurs and reducing the state's size could lead to more dynamic economic growth and job creation.

The private sector often has to adapt quickly to changes, something that a large state bureaucracy struggles to do.

Entrepreneurs face real-world consequences for poor financial decisions, while government budgets often lack similar accountability.

Should we look to successful business leaders for advice on how to manage public finances more effectively?