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2 August 2017

2868 GB adults surveyed

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One in five MPs currently employ a member of their family, mostly husbands or wives. Some MPs argue that spouses are best able to handle the unpredictable work patterns, long hours and need for absolute trust, but opponents believe the system is too open to abuse. Do you believe MPs should or should not be allowed to hire family members?

Conducted 2 August 2017

YouGov surveyed 2868 GB adults

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50%
26%
One in five MPs currently employ a member of their family, mostly husbands or wives. Some MPs argue that spouses are best able to handle the unpredictable work patterns, long hours and need for absolute trust, but opponents believe the system is too open to abuse. Do you believe MPs should or should not be allowed to hire family members?

Conducted 2 August 2017

YouGov surveyed 2868 GB adults

By:
24%
50%
26%

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