This petition was submitted during the 2015-2017 parliament
Rejected petition Stop the government using schools for voting.
My children's school is closed at least once a year as it is used as a voting venue, creating extra childcare costs for struggling families. For me having 2 children this nears around £80 ! This also contradicts the government policy regarding taking our children out of school during term time.
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There are plenty of other venues available for the council to use. Why should our children miss out on a days schooling and parents have to find extra money to pay if three cant take time out of work.
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Why was this petition rejected?
It’s about something that the UK Government or Parliament is not directly responsible for.
We can't accept your petition because the UK Government and Parliament aren't responsible for the issue you raise. Polling stations and their locations are the responsibility of your local council.
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