Petitions – UK Government and Parliament

1. Remove the 28 day time limit from the unduly lenient sentence scheme for murder

   The government responded on 14 March 2025

   The Law Commission are currently reviewing the law on criminal appeals, including the time limit of the ULS Scheme. The government will carefully consider the recommendations in their final report.

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2. Grant automatic visa extension and ILR for Ukrainians after 5 years

   The government responded on 12 March 2025

   We recognise the Ukrainian government’s desire for the return of their citizens to help rebuild Ukraine when it is safe to do so. This is why the temporary Ukraine schemes do not lead to settlement.

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3. Increase Carer's Allowance to equal minimum wage

   The government responded on 11 March 2025

   Carer’s Allowance provides some financial recognition that an unpaid carer may not be able to work full-time. It is part of a range of support based on individual needs, rather than a wage.

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1. Don't apply VAT to independent school fees, or remove business rates relief.

   This topic was debated on 3 March 2025

   

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2. Close the borders! Suspend ALL immigration for 5 years!

   This topic was debated on 10 March 2025

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3. Introduce 16 as the minimum age for children to have social media

   This topic was debated on 24 February 2025

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