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Politicians should only receive a pay rise if their performance is evaluated positively by an independent body.

Rather than pay increases, provide better resources and support staff to help MPs perform more effectively.

No, politics is a calling, not a business; increasing salaries might attract the wrong type of candidate.

We get what we pay for — higher pay could attract skilled professionals who’d otherwise work in finance, law, or tech.

Higher pay might reduce brain drain to the private sector, where many MPs move after leaving politics.

The current salary is sufficient for the role; the focus should be on improving their integrity and work ethic.

Yes, paying them more could allow them to focus entirely on their duties without taking on second jobs.

Public trust in politicians is low; increasing their pay now might worsen that perception.

Politicians knew the salary when they ran for office — raising it mid-way is unfair to taxpayers.

If we pay politicians more, it must come with stricter accountability and performance reviews.

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.