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  1. Introduce a compensation scheme for WASPI women

    The government responded on 10 December 2024

    The Government is reviewing the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman’s report and once this work has been undertaken, will be in a position to outline its approach.

    Read the response to ‘Introduce a compensation scheme for WASPI women’ in full

  2. Limit the sale and use of Fireworks to licence holders only

    The government responded on 9 December 2024

    Most people use fireworks in a responsible and safe manner, with laws in place to address misuse. The Government intends to engage with stakeholders to gather evidence on the impact of fireworks.

    Read the response to ‘Limit the sale and use of Fireworks to licence holders only’ in full

  3. Referendum on changing the Electoral System To Proportional Representation (PR)

    The government responded on 6 December 2024

    The Government has no plans to change the voting system for UK Parliamentary elections.

    Read the response to ‘Referendum on changing the Electoral System To Proportional Representation (PR)’ in full

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If a petition gets 100,000 signatures, it will be considered for debate in Parliament

  1. Limit the sale and use of Fireworks to licence holders only

    This topic was debated on 9 December 2024

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