As a Member of Parliament, you are entitled to a salary, pension, gratuity, and official facilities, but the exact amounts and benefits are decided by Parliament itself. However, you are not allowed to hold any other paid job or position that could compromise your independence or loyalties as an MP. This rule prevents conflicts of interest and ensures that MPs serve the public without being influenced by outside money.

A member of Parliament shall be paid such emoluments, such gratuity and pension, and shall be provided with such facilities, as may be determined by Parliament.

A member of Parliament shall not hold any office of profit or emolument likely to compromise his or her office.

Article 85 sets MPs’ salaries and benefits and prohibits them from holding conflicting paid positions.

Article 85: Salaries and benefits of Ugandan MPs

85. Emoluments of members of Parliament

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