Petitions with a Government response

1. Extend proposed Graduate visa route to 2019-20 batch of students due to COVID19

   Government responded – 8 June 2020

   Graduates have 4 months after studying, which the Graduate route will increase by 2 years in 2021. We have introduced measures to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 and support international students.

   15,026 signatures

2. Issue urgent guidance and voucher scheme to save baby & toddler activity sector

   Government responded – 14 August 2020

   Government has issued guidance to enable the reopening of community activities including baby and toddler groups and made available a range of financial support available to support businesses.

   14,975 signatures

3. Remove the 28-day time limit from the lenient sentence scheme in cases of murder

   Government responded – 14 August 2023

   The government currently has no plans to remove the ULS scheme’s time limit. Victims and families are informed about the limit by the CPS, and we are working to improve their awareness of the scheme.

   14,894 signatures

4. Reinstate a dedicated Minister of State for Veterans’ Affairs

   Government responded – 24 October 2022

   James Heappey MP is Minister of State for Armed Forces and Veterans, attending Cabinet. The Office for Veterans’ Affairs remains in the Cabinet Office to champion veterans support across government.

   14,893 signatures

5. Add Poland to the green list for international travel

   Government responded – 28 July 2021

   Ministerial decisions on country allocations to the traffic light system are informed by Joint Biosecurity Centre risk assessments and wider public health factors, and are reviewed every three weeks.

   14,863 signatures

6. Fund a second General Hospital including an A&E department in Cornwall

   Government responded – 19 October 2021

   Our Health Infrastructure Plan sets out our approach to improving hospitals and health infrastructure to ensure our healthcare system and staff have the world-class facilities needed for the future.

   14,852 signatures

7. Grant PSV holders automatic Class 2 entitlement for free

   Government responded – 29 September 2021

   The Government has no plans to allow PSV drivers drive large goods vehicles without obtaining a Category C HGV licence. While these vehicles are similar in size, they have different characteristics.

   14,838 signatures

8. Home fee status for BN(O) students after 3 years continuous stay in the UK

   Government responded – 4 March 2024

   Hong Kong BN(O) visa holders will qualify for home fees once they have acquired settled status in the UK.

   14,827 signatures

9. Withdraw support for Israel and support Palestine in Israel-Palestine conflict

   Government responded – 8 December 2023

   We support Israel’s right to self-defence, complying with international humanitarian law. We continue to push for a long-term political solution for Israel and the Palestinian Authority.

   14,811 signatures

10. Reduce the Tax exemption age for classic cars to 30 years.

    Government responded – 21 June 2021

    There are no current plans to reduce the tax exemption age for classic cars from 40 to 30 years. The Government has set 40 years as being a fair cut-off date to distinguish classic cars from old cars.

    14,797 signatures

11. Urge the UN to send a peacekeeping mission to Balochistan Pakistan

    Government responded – 9 January 2024

    We regularly engage the Government of Pakistan at the highest levels on the need to respect human rights and uphold the rule of law, including in Balochistan.

    14,758 signatures

12. Require local authorities in England to permit motorcycles in bus lanes

    Government responded – 30 June 2022

    The Department already prescribes traffic signs that enable local authorities to allow motorcycles to use bus lanes during their hours of operation. Whether to do so is a decision for them.

    14,710 signatures

13. Fund research into Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW)

    Government responded – 12 May 2022

    Adverse reactions from topical steroid withdrawal can occur following long-term or incorrect use of these medicines. The Government welcomes high-quality research to further understand this issue.

    14,676 signatures

14. Declare “Tested on Animals” on packaging for any product tested on animals

    Government responded – 24 November 2020

    The UK has a robust legislative framework for animal welfare, and consumer protection rules that prohibit misleading or deceptive trading. The Government has no plans to introduce new measures.

    14,615 signatures

15. Provide all pensioners born before April 1951 with the new State Pension

    Government responded – 28 March 2024

    The Government has no plans to provide all pensioners born before 6 April 1951 with the new State Pension.

    14,484 signatures

16. Extend the Eat Out to Help Out Scheme to September

    Government responded – 22 September 2020

    Eat Out to Help Out was just one part of a wider package of support for jobs in the hospitality sector. It succeeded in helping restore consumer confidence and has now been wound down as planned.

    14,462 signatures

17. Give fathers/second parents a right to 6 weeks' paid leave in baby's first year

    Government responded – 29 January 2024

    The Government has no plans to increase Paternity Leave and Pay. If parents wish to take longer leave they can use Shared Parental Leave to share up to 37 weeks of pay, and up to 50 weeks of leave.

    14,428 signatures

18. Suspend sanctions against Iran for the duration of the coronavirus pandemic

    Government responded – 30 March 2020

    The UK lifted economic sanctions on Iran as part of the nuclear deal. There is no evidence remaining sanctions, targeted at nuclear and human rights concerns, affect Iran’s ability to fight Covid-19.

    14,400 signatures

19. Hold a referendum on re-joining the European Union

    Government responded – 27 December 2023

    The UK has left the EU. This delivers the result of the 2016 referendum. We welcome the positive relationship we have with the EU, based on shared interests and values.

    14,369 signatures

20. Ban the manufacture, import, sale and use of fireworks in the UK

    Government responded – 25 November 2021

    There is a comprehensive regulatory framework in place that strikes the right balance allowing people to enjoy fireworks, whilst reducing risks and disturbances to people and animals.

    14,357 signatures

21. Call on Hamas to unconditionally surrender and return all the hostages

    Government responded – 12 April 2024

    Hamas should release all hostages now, unconditionally. We have been working with partners across the region to secure the release of hostages, including British nationals and their families.

    14,307 signatures

22. Fund the reopening of the three state-of-the-art Rutherford Cancer Centres

    Government responded – 27 October 2023

    Two of the former Rutherford sites are operating as NHS cancer centres. The Government has no current intention of reopening the remaining three sites as they do not meet present NHS specifications.

    14,270 signatures

23. Make it a legal duty to report when a dog attacks or kills a cat

    Government responded – 22 June 2022

    We recognise how painful it is to lose a pet and not know what happened. We will continue to work with local authorities to develop best practice to help reunite dead pets with their owners.

    14,183 signatures

24. Stamp duty holiday to be triggered upon exchange of contracts

    Government responded – 10 June 2021

    The SDLT Holiday was extended at Budget 2021 in order to benefit transactions which were unable to be completed by 31 March 2021. The government does not intend to change the SDLT trigger point.

    14,177 signatures

25. Reverse IR35 legislation

    Government responded – 9 March 2023

    There are no plans to repeal the reforms to the off-payroll working rules. The reforms were introduced to tackle non-compliance with the off-payroll working rules and have been successful in doing so.

    14,160 signatures

26. Support British Food Producers by ensuring that marks of origin remain

    Government responded – 30 June 2020

    Many foods made in this country are labelled as British either voluntarily or through regulation.

    14,142 signatures

27. Extend the 2026 deadline for the recording of historic footpaths & bridleways.

    Government responded – 8 February 2021

    We are committed to protecting rights of way. The cut-off date is currently 2026 and could be extended by regulations for up to five years. We are discussing a potential extension with stakeholders.

    14,140 signatures

28. Increase Carer’s Allowance to equal 35 hours at 50% of the living wage.

    Government responded – 2 May 2024

    Carer’s Allowance is a benefit that provides some financial recognition that a carer may not be able to work full-time. It is part of a range of support based on individual needs, rather than a wage.

    14,116 signatures

29. Launch a Public Inquiry into excess mortality in England and Wales

    Government responded – 11 July 2023

    The Government has no plans for a further public inquiry. It is taking steps to reduce excess deaths. There is no evidence linking excess deaths to the COVID-19 vaccine.

    14,113 signatures

30. Review the brightness of car headlights for safety

    Government responded – 27 March 2024

    The Government has taken action internationally to address concerns raised about headlamp glare. Recognising the need for further evidence, we intend to commission independent research shortly.

    14,107 signatures

31. Extra Financial Support For Closed Soft Play Centres

    Government responded – 21 August 2020

    DCMS has been working closely with the British Association of Leisure Parks, Piers & Attractions (BALPPA). Indoor soft play centres can reopen from 15 August if they follow COVID-secure guidance.

    14,050 signatures

32. Do not end legal obligations to self-isolate if people test positive for covid

    Government responded – 9 March 2022

    People are no longer legally required to self-isolate if they test positive. Guidance provided to those who test positive or have Covid-19 symptoms is to stay at home and avoid contact with others.

    14,011 signatures

33. Lockdown breaches by Government officials must be treated as Gross Misconduct

    Government responded – 10 November 2020

    Government Departments have procedures in place which allow appropriate action to be taken should a civil servant receive a criminal conviction.

    13,996 signatures

34. Do not allow people to have acquired gender listed as sex on Government ID

    Government responded – 20 November 2023

    We are committed to protecting the rights of transgender people whilst ensuring that these rights are appropriately balanced with the rights of others.

    13,953 signatures

35. Hold a public vote on HS2 project as it is being paid for by the public

    Government responded – 5 January 2021

    HS2 will transform, and help decarbonise, our country’s transport network, bring our biggest cities closer together, boost productivity and rebalance opportunity across the country.

    13,949 signatures

36. Ban developments on Green belt and Greenfield sites across the country

    Government responded – 1 March 2022

    This Government is committed to maintaining existing Green Belt protections, enhancing Green Belt land quality, and promoting use of brownfield for new developments to reduce greenfield pressures.

    13,947 signatures

37. Add social workers to the professions it is an additional offence to assault

    Government responded – 20 July 2021

    Social workers have worked tirelessly throughout the pandemic and we are grateful to the British Association of Social Workers (BASW) for bringing this issue to the fore.

    13,927 signatures

38. Increase Carer's Allowance to 35 hours a week at the minimum wage

    Government responded – 23 October 2023

    Carer’s Allowance is a benefit that provides some financial recognition that a carer may not be able to work full-time. It is part of a range of support based on individual needs, rather than a wage.

    13,914 signatures

39. Lower the age that breast screening services are offered

    Government responded – 1 October 2020

    We’re committed to reducing lives lost to breast cancer; a devastating disease affecting all ages. Currently, the UK National Screening Committee recommends women aged 50 -71 are screened.

    13,900 signatures

40. Allow consumers the right to refuse the £200 energy rebate

    Government responded – 14 April 2022

    The £200 reduction on consumers’ bills will be recouped over five years from 2023. Policy details are in development and will be reviewed following the conclusion of the public consultation.

    13,891 signatures

41. Review and fund improved diagnosis and treatment of ADHD

    Government responded – 4 December 2020

    We are promoting best practise examples to encourage professionals to make a diagnosis of ADHD as soon as possible and in line with National Institute for Health and Care Excellence guidelines.

    13,881 signatures

42. Increase benefits in line with current levels of inflation

    Government responded – 6 June 2022

    We are providing over £15bn of support for those with the greatest need. This is in addition to the £22bn announced previously, with support for the cost of living totalling over £37bn this year.

    13,879 signatures

43. Add Crohn’s & Colitis to the Medically Exempt Certificate

    Government responded – 10 November 2020

    We understand the long-term difficulties of this condition. However, at present we have no plans to review the list of medical exemptions from prescription charges.

    13,876 signatures

44. Automatically grant indefinite leave to remain for parents of British citizens

    Government responded – 15 July 2020

    Automatic ILR for all parents of British children would undermine the immigration system, be unfair to other applicants and the wider public. It is better to provide concessions to those most in need.

    13,866 signatures

45. Suspend No Recourse to Public Funds visa conditions

    Government responded – 30 March 2021

    Due to the alternative support available to migrants with No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF) the Government does not intend to suspend the condition, permanently or temporarily.

    13,855 signatures

46. Prioritise brownfield development in law to protect our green belt and farmland

    Government responded – 3 June 2021

    The Government has no plans to introduce a legal requirement that all brownfield sites are fully developed before any development is allowed on non-brownfield land.

    13,839 signatures

47. Reduce Vehicle Tax for cars aged between 20 and 40 years old

    Government responded – 19 April 2024

    The Government has no plans to reduce the tax exemption age for classic cars from 40 to 20 years. While the Government keeps all taxes under review, we consider 40 years a fair cut-off date.

    13,829 signatures

48. Offer 15hrs free childcare for multiples under 3 years

    Government responded – 29 April 2021

    Government continues to support families with their childcare costs. There are already forms of support to help with the costs of childcare for under 3s.

    13,808 signatures

49. Amend the Gender Recognition Act to allow for posthumous and expedited grants

    Government responded – 14 March 2023

    As announced in 2020, we believe the Gender Recognition Act 2004 is effective, strikes the right balance and allows for those who wish to legally change their sex. We have no plans to change it.

    13,777 signatures

50. Legal aid should only be available to UK residents

    Government responded – 30 March 2021

    In England and Wales, the availability of legal aid is governed by the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment Offenders Act 2012.

    13,775 signatures

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