[Alvin the chipmunk]

This will not be a popular opinion but....

They should be paid more. It's a scandal that sportsmen can earn more in a week than those who effectively run our country. They should be paid more....but with less of them.

Pay should then be performance related.
How many times have you returned to your constituency?
What percentage of debates have you attended and if not why?
What are you doing in order to enhance your constituency?

Allow constituents to vote on how effective they believe their MP is. I know people will say "that's what a general election is for" but unfortunately people tend to treat political parties like football teams. This "I've always voted Labour/Tory/Liberal and so did my parents" mantra has created so many safe seats and subsequently lazy MPs.

Also with an increased wage there should be no expenses. It will be a case of "you earn well...pay for it yourself".