Petitions – UK Government and Parliament

1. If England win the world cup, the Monday should be made a bank holiday for 2018

   The government responded on 19 July 2018

   The Government would like to congratulate the England team on its sterling performance in the World Cup. The Government has no plans for a bank holiday.

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2. Make entering and occupying land without consent a criminal offence

   The government responded on 19 July 2018

   The Government is currently considering the responses to the consultation on the effectiveness of powers to deal with unauthorised development and encampments, before deciding on any further action.

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3. Repeal the April 2017 changes to Bereavement Support

   The government responded on 18 July 2018

   Bereavement benefits have been refocused to help with the immediate costs of losing a spouse or civil partner. Longer term financial needs can be met through other parts of the welfare system.

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1. Reject calls to add Staffordshire Bull Terriers to the Dangerous Dogs Act

   This topic was debated on 16 July 2018

   

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2. British citizens should be able to appeal the refusal of a family 'visit visa'

   This topic was debated on 9 July 2018

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3. Introduce super visa category for parents of British citizens similar to Canada

   This topic was debated on 9 July 2018

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