MPs to Debate Petition Urging General Election


MPs to Debate Petition Urging General Election

Key Points:

A petition demanding a general election will be debated by MPs today, following criticism that the PM has U-turned on promises.

Started by Michael Westwood, the petition gained momentum after being shared by Elon Musk.

Signatories allege the PM lied on issues like taxes, despite promises.

Concerns raised about the legitimacy of the three million signatures, with potential for fake names.


MPs to Debate Petition Urging General Election

Debate Set to Kick Off

MPs will discuss a petition demanding Sir Keir Starmer calls a general election today at 4.30pm in the Commons.

Origin of the Petition

Started on November 20 by Michael Westwood, who owns three pubs in the Black Country, the petition gained significant support after Elon Musk shared it.

Claims of Deception

Signatories accuse the PM of lying about issues such as taxes, despite promises made before the election.

Concerns Over Legitimacy

While the petition has amassed three million signatures, doubts have been raised about the authenticity of all signatories, with possibilities of bots and lack of verification for UK residency.