The Parliament has advised the public to avoid misusing information shared by the Parliament office, especially in ways that could mislead others about MPs’ performance.

This follows growing criticism on social media accusing MPs of not doing enough to justify their salaries.

In a statement issued last night, Parliament clarified that an MP’s work involves more than just introducing bills. Much of their contribution takes place through participation in debates and active involvement in parliamentary committees.

It also noted that most parliamentary work is done in committees, with the involvement of all members. Parliament sessions and some committee meetings are open to the public and regularly broadcast on television and online platforms such as YouTube.

The purpose of sharing this information is to promote transparency, keep the public informed, and provide a better understanding of how Parliament and the government function.

The statement highlighted that details such as bills, resolutions, questions to ministers, and committee statistics are available on the Parliament website. It also reminded the public, particularly students, to verify the accuracy of parliamentary information before sharing it.