This petition was submitted during the 2019-2024 parliament
Rejected petition Do not restrict the movement of the over 70's when lockdown is relaxed.
Not to discriminate on the grounds of age against those people over 70. Many of these people are fit and healthy and make a contribution to society. Allow them to decide after hearing sound advice.
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Parliament must understand that 70 is NOT old. People of this age have the right to enjoy social interaction and travel whilst they can.There are people under 70 who are unfit and unhealthy, will they be considered for continued lockdown?
This petition was rejected
Why was this petition rejected?
It’s about something that the UK Government or Parliament is not directly responsible for.
The NHS, not the Government or House of Commons, is responsible for determining who is at a higher risk from coronavirus. The NHS has stated that people who are 70 or older are at moderate risk, and clinically vulnerable: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/people-at-higher-risk-from-coronavirus/whos-at-higher-risk-from-coronavirus/
The Government’s advice on social distancing advises people who are clinically vulnerable to take extra precautions, but there are no regulations or laws that apply to 70 year olds differently to other age groups.
You can find out more about coronavirus and how you can protect yourself and others here:
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/
The Government has also created an online service to help you out what you can do if you’re struggling because of coronavirus: https://www.gov.uk/find-coronavirus-support
You can read NHS tips to help if you are worried about coronavirus here: https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters/coronavirus-covid-19-anxiety-tips
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