You must take reasonable steps to begin counting the signatures as soon as practicable after the end of the signing period, and no later than one day after the end of that period.1
The only people who can attend the counting of the signatures are you, appointed assistants, any representatives of the Electoral Commission or accredited observers, and any other person permitted by you.2
You must consider the secrecy requirements for the results calculation3
and the transparency of the process when deciding whether you will permit additional attendees to the count.
There is no provision for the MP or their representatives to attend.