Petitions – UK Government and Parliament

1. Introduce a screening programme for prostate cancer, starting with high-risk men

   The government responded on 26 February 2026

   The UK National Screening Committee consulted on a draft prostate cancer screening recommendation and will make a final recommendation soon. The Government will then consider whether to accept it.

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2. Introduce an NHS data opt-out & require a consultation for system expansions

   The government responded on 26 February 2026

   The National Data Opt-Out does not apply to the NDIT or FDP as data use supports direct care, is legally required or is anonymised. National public engagement is shaping changes to the opt-out system.

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3. Act to ensure Bills backed by MPs & public can complete all stages in Parliament

   The government responded on 26 February 2026

   Parliament is the supreme legislative authority in the UK and is responsible for making law. A Bill must be passed by both Houses of Parliament to become law.

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1. Call a public inquiry into Russian influence on UK politics & democracy

   This topic was debated on 9 February 2026

   

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2. Keep 5-Year ILR and Restrict Access to Benefits for New ILR Holders

   This topic was debated on 2 February 2026

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3. Protect Legal Migrants: do not implement the 10-Year ILR proposal

   This topic was debated on 2 February 2026

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