Rejected petition Stop penalty fines for absence in school

To fine parents for taking their own children out of school for more than 5 consecutive days is disgraceful. Some children are unwell for longer than this, struggle with their mental health, or for other reason that parents do not and should not need to disclose with schools.

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We have published the following petitions, which you might like to sign:

Stop fines and criminal charges for taking children on holiday in term time: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/661248

Allow students to be taken out of school for two weeks a year without penalty: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/658365

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Date submitted 25 April 2024
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