What are the differences between MPs staying and standing down❓ We've mapped the average age, % majority & years of experience of the MPs staying and leaving, by gender and party - a few insights... (1/5) (2/5) 🔸The MPs stepping down tend to have smaller majorities than those staying - they are also older (in their sixties) and more experienced. Those staying on are in their early fifties, with less experience and large majorities.