Petitions – UK Government and Parliament
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Hold a parliamentary vote on whether to reject amendments to the IHR 2005
30 signatures in the last hour
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Change the school week to a four day week
26 signatures in the last hour
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Change the legal driving age to 15
25 signatures in the last hour
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If a petition gets 10,000 signatures, the government will respond
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Provide dairy-free alternatives as part of the national milk scheme for under 5s
The government responded on 2 October 2023
The Nursery Milk Scheme only allows reimbursement for milk. The Government will consider this position once a joint scientific advisory committee working group on plant-based drinks has reported.
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A central register of Asbestos and phased removal of Asbestos from all buildings
The government responded on 28 September 2023
Government understands concerns about asbestos in buildings. We will continue to consider how we can improve the system to minimise the risk of exposure to asbestos.
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Abolish TV Licence Fees For Everyone
The government responded on 26 September 2023
The licence fee will remain for this Charter. However, the current model faces challenges and the Government is looking at ways to ensure the way the BBC is funded in future is fair and sustainable.
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Full review of Personal Independence Payment (PIP) application process
This topic was debated on 4 September 2023
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End reviews of PIP and ESA awards for people with lifelong illnesses
This topic was debated on 4 September 2023
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End assessments and consider disability benefit claims on medical advice alone
This topic was debated on 4 September 2023
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