Other lists of petitions
Petitions with a Government response
999 petitions
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Allow ARRS funding to be used for practice nurses and GPs
Government responded – 22 February 2024
The 2024/25 GP contract arrangements are subject to consultation with the British Medical Association. It would be inappropriate to comment further at this stage.
11,094 signatures
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Review Timetable For Phasing Out Copper Wire Landlines
Government responded – 15 February 2024
The PSTN migration is industry-led but Government and Ofcom are monitoring communication providers to ensure that consumers and sectors are protected and prepared for the upgrade process.
11,170 signatures
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Provide for resentencing for everyone serving an indeterminate prison sentence
Government responded – 15 February 2024
Retrospectively changing the lawfully passed sentence would risk public protection. It is vital that those serving the IPP sentence in prison are released only when the Parole Board deems them safe.
11,323 signatures
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Do not let the Government access information on pensioners' bank accounts.
Government responded – 15 February 2024
This measure does not give DWP access to pensioners or any claimants’ bank accounts and will only flag information if it is relevant to someone’s eligibility for the benefits they are receiving.
14,886 signatures
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Require CCTV cameras on school transport for kids with special educational needs
Government responded – 9 February 2024
Safeguarding children is of paramount importance. We expect everyone involved in the delivery of school transport to take their responsibilities seriously but have no plans to require CCTV.
18,203 signatures
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Give one-person households 50% council tax discount rather than 25%
Government responded – 8 February 2024
The Government does not have any plans to change the single person discount to 50%. There are a range of further discounts and exemptions in place to support households with their council tax bills.
12,677 signatures
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Repeal Relationships and Sexuality Education (Northern Ireland) Regulations 2023
Government responded – 8 February 2024
The Government has no plans to repeal the Relationships and Sexuality Education (Northern Ireland) (Amendment) Regulations 2023.
10,532 signatures
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Abolish the TV licence and make the BBC a subscription channel
Government responded – 6 February 2024
The licence fee will remain for this Charter. However, this model faces challenges and the Government has launched a review to look at ways to ensure BBC’s future funding is fair and sustainable.
18,581 signatures
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Do not introduce regular bank account checks for benefit claimants
Government responded – 5 February 2024
This measure does not give DWP access to claimants’ bank accounts and will only flag information if it is relevant to someone’s eligibility for the benefits they are receiving.
25,295 signatures
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Extend cost of living payments to low income households beyond February 2024
Government responded – 1 February 2024
The Government has provided £104 billion over 2022-25 to help with the cost of living. We currently have no plans to extend Cost of Living Payments, however we keep all measures under constant review.
20,839 signatures
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Offer the State Pension to all at 60, increase to equal 48hrs at the Living Wage
Government responded – 30 January 2024
The Government has no plans to increase the State Pension to equal 48 hours at the National Living Wage or to be made available from age 60.
57,820 signatures
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Give fathers/second parents a right to 6 weeks' paid leave in baby's first year
Government responded – 29 January 2024
The Government has no plans to increase Paternity Leave and Pay. If parents wish to take longer leave they can use Shared Parental Leave to share up to 37 weeks of pay, and up to 50 weeks of leave.
14,428 signatures
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Make State Pensions tax free
Government responded – 29 January 2024
The Personal Allowance is set at a level high enough to ensure that pensioners whose sole income is the new or basic State Pension do not pay income tax.
54,139 signatures
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Find time to take the Clean Air (Human Rights) Bill through the House of Commons
Government responded – 26 January 2024
The Government’s comprehensive existing legal framework for air quality already gives us the powers we need to drive down air pollution and its damaging effects on human health and the environment.
13,183 signatures
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Increase Student Loans in England to catch up with inflation
Government responded – 26 January 2024
The Government has continued to increase loans for living costs each year with a 2.8% increase for the current academic year, 2023/24, and a further 2.5% uplift announced for 2024/25.
15,538 signatures
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Give more funding for thyroid research and patients after price hike
Government responded – 25 January 2024
The Government is funding a broad range of research on thyroid disorders through its funding organisations and is facilitating patient support through locally commissioned services.
11,719 signatures
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Introduce a Suicide Prevention Act to seek to minimise suicides
Government responded – 24 January 2024
The new Suicide Prevention Strategy includes action across Government that we believe will address much of this petition. We will continuously monitor delivery and embed new actions when needed.
10,478 signatures
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Establish a Commission to investigate extortionate Car Insurance price rises
Government responded – 22 January 2024
Insurance pricing is a commercial decision for insurers. The Financial Conduct Authority, as the independent regulator, requires insurance products to offer fair value and has powers to act.
20,322 signatures
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Create a statutory offence of manslaughter by coercive or controlling behaviour
Government responded – 18 January 2024
The Government has no plans to create a specific offence of manslaughter caused by controlling or coercive behaviour. Existing law can already cover such circumstances.
17,849 signatures
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Require police carry tranquilizer guns and ban use of police firearms on animals
Government responded – 16 January 2024
Shooting an animal is a last resort. Expert licensed veterinarians, not police officers, are best placed to administer tranquilizers in a safe, humane way to avoid increasing risk of animal suffering.
10,129 signatures
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Require rear facing car seats for children under 18kg, 105cm tall or 4 years
Government responded – 15 January 2024
Government participates in UN discussions about technical standards for child restraints. The expert group decided against mandating rearward facing restraint systems for children up-to 4-years old.
11,747 signatures
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Don’t increase the income requirement for family visas to £38,700
Government responded – 10 January 2024
The Government intends to raise the MIR in line with the general salary threshold for skilled workers, but will do so in stages to provide predictability for families, starting in spring 2024.
86,178 signatures
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Urge the UN to send a peacekeeping mission to Balochistan Pakistan
Government responded – 9 January 2024
We regularly engage the Government of Pakistan at the highest levels on the need to respect human rights and uphold the rule of law, including in Balochistan.
14,713 signatures
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Ban imports of hunting trophies of endangered animals
Government responded – 9 January 2024
We will continue working to deliver our manifesto commitment to ban the import of hunting trophies from endangered animals, which has overwhelming support from MPs and the public.
23,657 signatures
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Pause Ofsted inspections and reform how school performance is evaluated
Government responded – 4 January 2024
The government remains committed to the regular Ofsted inspection of all schools. Inspection plays a vital role in providing assurance that pupils are receiving a high-quality education and are safe.
50,952 signatures
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Delay the ban on rehoming and owning XL Bully dogs for 18 months
Government responded – 6 February 2024
Following a concerning rise in attacks and fatalities caused by XL Bully type dogs, the Government has acted decisively to ban this breed under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991.
65,343 signatures
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Hold a referendum on re-joining the European Union
Government responded – 27 December 2023
The UK has left the EU. This delivers the result of the 2016 referendum. We welcome the positive relationship we have with the EU, based on shared interests and values.
14,369 signatures
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Create a Palestinian Family Visa Scheme for Palestinian people affected by war
Government responded – 21 December 2023
There are no plans to introduce bespoke arrangements for people arriving from the region. Those wishing to come to the UK who currently have no visa can apply under one of the existing visa routes.
103,834 signatures
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Allow Palestinian Children to Enter the UK During Ongoing Conflict
Government responded – 21 December 2023
At present, the UK is not considering establishing a bespoke immigration route for Palestinian children. The UK considers its resettlement approach in the round, not on a crisis-by-crisis basis.
18,722 signatures
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Remove breed specific legislation. Consider alternative methods for dog control.
Government responded – 21 December 2023
Following a concerning rise in attacks and fatalities caused by XL Bully type dogs, the Government has added this breed to the list of dogs banned under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991.
10,738 signatures
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Record and publish numbers of companion animals euthanised in England
Government responded – 21 December 2023
We are not planning to impose new euthanasia reporting requirements on veterinarians, rescue organisations and kennels.
11,345 signatures
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Enhance consumer protection for holiday caravan owners
Government responded – 18 December 2023
The Caravan Sites and Control of Development Act 1960 establishes the site licensing regime for caravan sites. The Government has no plans to amend the Act to include consumer protection regulations.
27,150 signatures
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Increase High Income Child Benefit Charge threshold and base on household income
Government responded – 18 December 2023
The HICBC targets Child Benefit expenditure, meaning that the Government can support the majority of families whilst ensuring the fiscal position remains sustainable.
10,637 signatures
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Fund the drug Baricitinib on the NHS to treat severe alopecia areata
Government responded – 13 December 2023
Decisions on medicines funding are rightly taken by NICE based on the available evidence. NICE was unable to recommend baricitinib as cost effective at the price proposed by the company.
10,427 signatures
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Scrap VAT on life-saving motorcycle air vests
Government responded – 8 December 2023
The Government is committed to the safety of motorcyclists and introduced a zero-rate of VAT on motorcycle helmets. Motorcycle air vests are not included in this, but we keep all taxes under review.
11,378 signatures
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Withdraw support for Israel and support Palestine in Israel-Palestine conflict
Government responded – 8 December 2023
We support Israel’s right to self-defence, complying with international humanitarian law. We continue to push for a long-term political solution for Israel and the Palestinian Authority.
14,811 signatures
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Fund continued access to modulators drugs for Cystic Fibrosis patients
Government responded – 8 December 2023
Existing patients will be eligible for continued treatment during and following the NICE evaluation. NICE is working with all parties to address the issues raised in its draft guidance.
72,037 signatures
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Remove local authority powers to introduce LTNs, CAZs, LEZs and ULEZs
Government responded – 19 January 2024
The Government published its Plan for Drivers on 2nd October to support people’s freedom to use their cars and curb over-zealous enforcement measures.
10,980 signatures
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Ban the use of dogs for testing and research purposes in the UK
Government responded – 6 December 2023
The government does not agree to the proposed ban. Testing would continue in other countries. The UK still requires such data to ensure the safety of medicines before testing in humans.
32,267 signatures
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Reintroduce the Energy Bills Support Scheme for winter 2023/24
Government responded – 15 December 2023
The Government recognises the cost of living challenges families are facing and is continuing to provide support to the most vulnerable households this winter.
11,728 signatures
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Hold a Public Inquiry into pre and post diagnosis ADHD support.
Government responded – 4 December 2023
We have no current plans to hold a public inquiry into pre and post diagnosis ADHD support. We expect ICBs to commission healthcare in line with clear NICE guidelines to improve diagnosis and support.
11,304 signatures
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Prohibit the Sale, Purchase, Deployment, and Use of Artificial Grass Products
Government responded – 1 December 2023
We have no plans to ban artificial grass. We are committed to eliminating all avoidable plastic waste by 2042 and recognise that artificial grass has no wildlife value.
17,865 signatures
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Make XL Bully a banned dog breed in the Dangerous Dogs Act
Government responded – 29 November 2023
Following a concerning rise in attacks and fatalities caused by XL Bully dogs, the Government has added this breed to the list of dogs banned under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991.
29,111 signatures
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Reform the Grocery Supply Code of Practice to better protect farmers
Government responded – 27 November 2023
The Government is committed to tackling contractual unfairness that can exist in the agri-food supply chain and Defra is working to support farmers and ensure they get a fair price for their products.
113,515 signatures
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Honour the triple lock in full in April 2024
Government responded – 24 November 2023
The Government has announced plans to increase State Pensions by 8.5% in April 2024, in line with the Triple Lock commitment.
22,610 signatures
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Add hedgehogs to Schedule 5 Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981
Government responded – 24 November 2023
There are no plans to add hedgehogs to Schedule 5 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981.
24,515 signatures
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Seek to secure the release of hostages held by Hamas
Government responded – 23 November 2023
The UK government welcomes the 22 November agreement between Israel and Hamas on a coordinated release of hostages and pause in fighting. We continue to work on securing the release of all hostages.
31,610 signatures
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Bad owners are to blame not the breed - don't ban the XL bully
Government responded – 23 November 2023
Following a concerning rise in attacks and fatalities caused by XL Bully type dogs, the Government has added this breed to the list of dogs banned under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991.
621,046 signatures
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Do not allow people to have acquired gender listed as sex on Government ID
Government responded – 20 November 2023
We are committed to protecting the rights of transgender people whilst ensuring that these rights are appropriately balanced with the rights of others.
13,953 signatures
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End the UK’s membership of the World Health Organization
Government responded – 17 November 2023
The UK Government will not end our WHO membership. We are committed to working with the WHO to tackle the world’s health issues. We do not and will never cede sovereign powers through our partnership.
104,974 signatures