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Scientific and veterinary evidence (supported by the RSPCA) shows that slaughter without prior stunning can cause avoidable pain and distress, and that allowing animals to remain conscious during slaughter is incompatible with modern animal welfare standards.","committee_note":null,"state":"open","signature_count":358,"closing_date":"2026-09-26","created_at":"2026-02-22T11:06:50.705Z","updated_at":"2026-07-12T12:52:40.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2026-03-26T09:48:47.045Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-02-22T12:31:10.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_on":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":"Frances Carpenter","rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"DEFRA","name":"Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs","url":"https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-environment-food-rural-affairs"}],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":769358,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/769358.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Ban the sale of glue traps","background":"The sale of glue traps should be banned in line with the current ban on their use under the Glue Traps (Offences) Bill 2022 in order to protect animals and wildlife and limit their suffering caused by such traps.","additional_details":"To protect wildlife and other animals from these inhumane traps and the prolonged suffering they cause, a ban on the sale of glue traps should be introduced. The RSPCA and numerous wildlife organisations continue to report illegal use of glue traps by businesses and members of the public, despite existing restrictions. We believe prohibiting their sale except to glue-trap license holder would help prevent unnecessary animal suffering and improve animal welfare protections.","committee_note":"","state":"open","signature_count":333,"closing_date":"2026-12-12","created_at":"2026-05-08T20:30:28.068Z","updated_at":"2026-07-12T17:45:10.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2026-06-12T13:46:58.686Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-05-16T19:10:50.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_on":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":"Amy Woodward","rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"DEFRA","name":"Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs","url":"https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-environment-food-rural-affairs"}],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":764982,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/764982.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Establish welfare body to end horse deaths in racing now","background":"Create an independent welfare-focused body empowered to implement measures that eliminate deaths of horses in racing immediately.","additional_details":"Every year, around 150-200 horses die on British race tracks from racing injuries, exhaustion, or whip use, as reported in welfare analyses. The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) regulates the industry but has not eliminated these preventable deaths. The Government should act on animal welfare grounds to create a new independent authority with powers to enforce strict safety measures that essentially remove fatal risks to horses and jockeys.","committee_note":null,"state":"open","signature_count":311,"closing_date":"2026-11-14","created_at":"2026-03-21T11:20:16.067Z","updated_at":"2026-07-08T14:49:50.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2026-05-14T16:08:13.817Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-04-10T10:08:00.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_on":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":"Poppy Bussian","rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"DCMS","name":"Department for Culture, Media and Sport","url":""}],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":769255,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/769255.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Regulate veterinary care costs to improve affordability & accessibility","background":"We believe veterinary costs have risen significantly in recent years, placing financial pressure on pet owners and risking animal welfare when treatment becomes unaffordable.","additional_details":"Regulate veterinary care costs, such as requiring transparent pricing, capping medicine markups and creating a Veterinary Ombudsman.\r\n \r\nWe feel veterinary costs have risen sharply, making essential care unaffordable for many pet owners and risking animal welfare. In some cases, routine procedures and emergency treatment for pets can cost more than equivalent surgeries for humans. We believe many practices also lack clear pricing, while medicine markups and prescription fees increase costs further. Following concerns raised by the Competition and Markets Authority, we believe stronger regulation is needed.","committee_note":"","state":"open","signature_count":291,"closing_date":"2026-12-09","created_at":"2026-05-07T20:37:02.912Z","updated_at":"2026-07-10T18:11:40.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2026-06-09T07:47:27.436Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-05-08T07:14:00.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_on":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":"Maria Charlafti","rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"DEFRA","name":"Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs","url":"https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-environment-food-rural-affairs"}],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":756765,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/756765.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Introduce mandatory neutering of non-breeding cats","background":"Introduce legislation requiring neutering of non-breeding domestic cats, with exemptions for licensed breeders and cats with certified medical reasons.","additional_details":"Uncontrolled breeding contributes to growing feral cat populations, overcrowded rescue centres and unnecessary animal suffering. Mandatory neutering of non-breeding cats could improve animal welfare, reduce abandonment and support responsible pet ownership.","committee_note":"","state":"open","signature_count":283,"closing_date":"2026-08-10","created_at":"2026-01-11T20:36:43.408Z","updated_at":"2026-06-23T14:48:40.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2026-02-10T14:17:01.506Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-01-11T21:42:00.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_on":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":"Joanna Baginska","rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"DEFRA","name":"Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs","url":"https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-environment-food-rural-affairs"}],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":752539,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/752539.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Review law around treatment of animals in labs","background":"We urge the government to review law around treatment for animals in labs. Animals deserve better lives before death. End cruel practices, allow testing only when life-saving, and rehome animals instead of killing them after use.","additional_details":"Animals are sentient and feel pain. Enforcing humane treatment, limiting testing to life-saving situations, and rehoming animals could reduce unnecessary suffering. If we harm pets or wildlife, it’s a crime—farm and lab animals deserve the same protection, making our nation more compassionate and ethical.","committee_note":"","state":"open","signature_count":251,"closing_date":"2026-07-13","created_at":"2025-11-28T16:00:03.671Z","updated_at":"2026-07-12T16:38:10.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2026-01-13T12:02:18.945Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-11-28T21:20:30.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_on":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":"Archie Jason Colin Allibone","rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"DEFRA","name":"Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs","url":"https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-environment-food-rural-affairs"}],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":750723,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/750723.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Remove VAT from pet food and prescription medications for pets","background":"Currently, pet food & prescription meds attract a rate of 20% VAT, in direct contrast to their human equivalents where VAT is usually not charged. Pets are much loved family members, so why should pet owners be discriminated against? Removing VAT could help struggling pet owners.","additional_details":"With the current cost of living crisis, many pet owners are struggling to feed & care for their pets & some have had to make the heart-breaking decision to give up their pets as they can no longer afford the associated costs. Some rescue centres are overflowing with animals, and many are struggling to keep going.\r\n\r\nRemoving VAT from pet food & prescription meds could help hard pressed pet owners, as well as bringing these items into line with their human equivalents.","committee_note":"","state":"open","signature_count":250,"closing_date":"2026-07-13","created_at":"2025-11-14T11:26:55.601Z","updated_at":"2026-07-08T19:28:20.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2026-01-13T11:31:48.188Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-11-18T10:43:00.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_on":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":"Jenny Baker","rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"DEFRA","name":"Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs","url":"https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-environment-food-rural-affairs"}],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":756199,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/756199.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Do not introduce a Brexit 'reset' bill","background":"Immediately stop any actions that help to reverse the outcome of the Brexit referendum.","additional_details":"Specifically, immediately stop all processes that may assist this proposed new Brexit ‘reset’ bill regarding alignment with Brussels on food standards, animal welfare, pesticides and most importantly, energy markets.\r\n\r\nParliament is answerable to the people. We think the elected politicians are not there to carry out their own ideological wishes.\r\n","committee_note":"","state":"open","signature_count":237,"closing_date":"2026-08-10","created_at":"2026-01-06T22:30:36.110Z","updated_at":"2026-07-11T09:10:50.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2026-02-10T11:52:15.386Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-01-07T09:12:40.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_on":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":"Simon Dando","rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"CO","name":"Cabinet Office","url":"https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/cabinet-office"},{"acronym":"FCDO","name":"Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office","url":"https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/foreign-commonwealth-office"}],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":767059,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/767059.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Ban horse racing in the UK and fund transition to lifelong horse welfare safely.","background":"Pass legislation to prohibit horse racing in the UK, end the commercial use of horses for racing, and create a funded transition plan for horses bred for or leaving racing, including retraining, rehoming, sanctuary placement, retirement care, and enforceable welfare protections during the phase-out.","additional_details":"We believe horse racing causes avoidable suffering through overbreeding and wastage, early weaning, the racing and training of physically immature horses, restrictive husbandry, a high prevalence of gastric ulcer disease, and a well-recognised risk of serious and fatal musculoskeletal injury. We believe these harms conflict with modern animal welfare principles, including the Five Domains framework, which requires good nutrition, environment, health, behaviour and mental state in this industry.","committee_note":null,"state":"open","signature_count":236,"closing_date":"2026-11-07","created_at":"2026-04-11T14:48:04.507Z","updated_at":"2026-07-10T15:55:40.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2026-05-07T16:15:35.152Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-04-11T15:13:50.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_on":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":"Elena Papazoglou","rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"DCMS","name":"Department for Culture, Media and Sport","url":""}],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":760721,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/760721.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Ban the Production and Sale of Lab-Grown Meat","background":"We call on the UK Government to introduce legislation banning the production, sale, and importation of lab-grown (cell-cultured) meat for human consumption, following the precautionary approach already adopted by countries such as Italy.","additional_details":"We urge the Government to prohibit the commercial production, sale, and importation of lab-grown meat for human consumption in the UK in order to:\r\n- Protect traditional livestock farming and rural economies\r\n- Uphold high food safety, animal welfare, and transparency standards\r\n- Apply the precautionary principle to novel food technologies","committee_note":"","state":"open","signature_count":199,"closing_date":"2026-09-20","created_at":"2026-02-10T22:06:43.806Z","updated_at":"2026-07-11T21:40:40.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2026-03-20T14:01:53.099Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-02-10T23:50:00.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_on":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":"Leanne hilton","rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"DEFRA","name":"Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs","url":"https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-environment-food-rural-affairs"}],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":761866,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/761866.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Require background checks before customers can purchase an animal","background":"Before anyone buys a pet from a pet shop or breeder, they should be checked if they have all necessities beforehand and have the correct funds + household to look after the pet. They should also make sure that the person doesn’t live with any abusive people so the animal isn’t at risk.","additional_details":"People are buying pets without having the necessities and it leaves the animal in a depressed situation e.g. buying a pet bird but keeping it in a tiny small cage, buying a hamster and keeping it in a tiny small cage, buying a dog without having a field nearby or open garden space, buying any animal and not being able to afford emergency vet bills. These are all basic needs for an animal and you should be examined on what you can afford and making sure you provide a pet with a good environment.","committee_note":"","state":"open","signature_count":174,"closing_date":"2026-09-26","created_at":"2026-02-20T08:14:03.737Z","updated_at":"2026-07-11T11:38:40.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2026-03-26T10:37:20.576Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-02-20T11:47:50.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_on":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":"Jennifer Beirao","rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"DEFRA","name":"Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs","url":"https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-environment-food-rural-affairs"}],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":756935,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/756935.json"},"attributes":{"action":"End the Use of Bearskin in the Kings Guard Headgear","background":"The Ministry of Defence must find suitable faux-fur alternatives for the King's Guard headgear that fulfil the necessary criteria. Currently, the hats require Black Bear Skin, costing over £2000 each, making them both expensive and ethically questionable.","additional_details":"Using black bear skin for the King's Guard clashes with the UK's ethical stance on animal welfare. It is imperative that the government mandate the MOD to implement a program exploring faux-fur alternatives that meet the criteria for the headgear. This program must be managed by an independent watchdog to guarantee transparency and ensure that animal welfare, alongside cost efficiency, remains central to the transition. Once an alternative is identified, it must be implemented promptly.","committee_note":"","state":"open","signature_count":170,"closing_date":"2026-08-11","created_at":"2026-01-13T16:05:44.215Z","updated_at":"2026-07-11T11:30:00.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2026-02-11T10:09:56.350Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-01-13T18:07:00.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_on":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":"Aaron Pardo","rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"MoD","name":"Ministry of Defence","url":"https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-defence"}],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":769993,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/769993.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Ban animal testing, require use of alternative testing and invest more in this","background":"The government should ban animal testing, and require and invest more in the use of cruelty-free alternatives like AI and human cell research. We believe we need stronger laws to protect animals from painful experiments, forcing companies to use safer, modern scientific methods and not harm animals.","additional_details":"We believe animal experimentation should be banned in the UK because it causes unnecessary suffering to animals that cannot defend themselves. Millions of animals are used in painful tests every year despite modern alternatives such as computer models, AI, and human cell research being available. These methods can often be more accurate and humane. The government should invest more in cruelty-free science and create stronger laws to ban animals being harmed for testing and experiments.","committee_note":"","state":"open","signature_count":144,"closing_date":"2026-12-22","created_at":"2026-05-15T14:21:22.478Z","updated_at":"2026-07-12T19:35:20.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2026-06-22T07:34:25.215Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-05-18T07:11:30.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_on":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":"Francesca Raducanu","rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"DEFRA","name":"Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs","url":"https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-environment-food-rural-affairs"}],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":770963,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/770963.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Ban the sale and use of high-frequency and ultrasonic animal deterrents","background":"We call on the Government to introduce legislation to ban the sale, supply and use of all ultrasonic and high-frequency sound devices marketed or used as animal deterrents. These products should be removed from sale and existing units withdrawn from use entirely.","additional_details":"Sold as humane and safe, but we think this is misleading.\r\nThey can cause pain & harm to birds, bees, bats, cats, squirrels, rabbits, hedgehogs & wildlife, many protected or vital to nature. Noise travels through walls, often run non-stop at full power.\r\nWe believe these can disrupt survival, causes suffering, ruins habitats, disturbs homes & health. In our view no safe ultrasonic method exists - total ban is the only solution to stop the high-pitch horrible sound that disturbs the peace and makes everyday life unbearable for everyone nearby.\r\n","committee_note":"","state":"open","signature_count":136,"closing_date":"2026-12-25","created_at":"2026-05-27T23:50:36.353Z","updated_at":"2026-07-12T17:37:10.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2026-06-25T09:47:34.310Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-05-28T00:25:00.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_on":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":"Ellie Carrier","rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"DEFRA","name":"Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs","url":"https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-environment-food-rural-affairs"}],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":755828,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/755828.json"},"attributes":{"action":" Ban public use of fireworks on New Year’s Eve & promote quieter alternatives","background":"We ask the Government to ban the use of fireworks by members of the public on New Year’s Eve, and to promote safer, quieter alternatives for celebrations, such as professionally organised drone light displays accompanied by music.","additional_details":"Fireworks on New Year’s Eve cause severe distress to animals, especially dogs, and pose public safety risks. Loud explosions may trigger fear, panic, and injury; pets may escape or suffer medical emergencies. Cats, small pets, wildlife, and farm animals may also be affected. In London, animals may not be able to escape the noise. 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Animals should not be kept in poor conditions either on display or in back rooms.","additional_details":"I would like the Government to introduce stricter minimum welfare standards for animals kept in pet shops and improve enforcement of existing laws.\r\n\r\nAnimals in some pet shops are kept in small enclosures without enough space, enrichment, or stimulation. I believe all animals sold in pet shops should be guaranteed clean living conditions, fresh food and water, appropriate toys or enrichment, and enough space so they are not overcrowded.","committee_note":null,"state":"open","signature_count":116,"closing_date":"2026-09-26","created_at":"2026-02-18T18:55:41.811Z","updated_at":"2026-07-09T16:44:00.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2026-03-26T09:38:58.998Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-02-22T10:31:10.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_on":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":"Poppy Chesters","rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"DEFRA","name":"Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs","url":"https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-environment-food-rural-affairs"}],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":766801,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/766801.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Urgently ban the import and sale of foie gras and fur products in the UK","background":"Ban the import and sale of foie gras and fur products. The production of foie gras and fur products is already banned due to animal welfare concerns, but imports remain legal.","additional_details":"We believe that the Government should close this loophole which we think undermines current UK animal welfare legislation and align import rules with UK standards.\r\n\r\nFoie gras production involves repeatedly force-feeding birds to enlarge their livers beyond natural limits, causing pain and serious health problems. Fur farming confines animals such as foxes and mink in small wire which can lead to stress, injury and poor welfare.\r\n\r\nThese practices are banned in the UK, yet products are still imported and sold. In our view this undermines UK animal welfare laws and supports practices it has already deemed unacceptable. We call on the Government to act to ensure UK standards are upheld.\r\n","committee_note":"","state":"open","signature_count":104,"closing_date":"2026-11-15","created_at":"2026-04-08T10:53:28.434Z","updated_at":"2026-07-12T19:28:40.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2026-05-15T08:21:34.694Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-04-08T17:20:20.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_on":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":"Sasha Kumar","rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"DEFRA","name":"Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs","url":"https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-environment-food-rural-affairs"}],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":757413,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/757413.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Ensure Peaceful Protesting Outside Animal-Testing Facilities Is Not Criminalised","background":"We call on the Government to repeal the recent amendment to the Public Order Act 2023 which, in our view, could effectively ban peaceful protests at animal-testing facilities. ","additional_details":"We believe such protests shouldn’t be a crime when they pose no threat or intimidation, and we consider animal testing is an area of open ethical debate & the ability to protest against it should be protected. Regardless of your stance on animal testing, it should be the right of every citizen to stand up and peacefully express their ethical concerns in an organised fashion, including for animal rights at an animal-testing facility. We believe suppressing peaceful dissent does not protect science or public safety: it erodes our fundamental democratic freedom, and the list of \"banned protests\" will only grow longer. In our view a peaceful protester is not a criminal for trying to protect puppies.","committee_note":"","state":"open","signature_count":104,"closing_date":"2026-08-19","created_at":"2026-01-16T17:57:32.396Z","updated_at":"2026-07-12T06:23:00.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2026-02-19T10:46:41.420Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-01-19T12:35:50.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_on":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":"Rose Olding","rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"DEFRA","name":"Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs","url":"https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-environment-food-rural-affairs"}],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":769156,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/769156.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Make UK aid to Uganda conditional on action against online animal abuse & scams","background":"Require safeguards on UK aid to Uganda so it is only provided if action is taken against organised online animal abuse and fraud. This should include cooperation with local authorities, improved enforcement of animal welfare laws, and action with social media platforms to remove abusive content.","additional_details":"Recent BBC News reporting has shown organised groups abusing animals online to generate money through scams and donations. This involves cruelty and public deception. We believe UK aid should not operate without safeguards where such exploitation can continue unchecked. Action is needed to protect animals, prevent fraud, protect UK citizens, and maintain trust in legitimate charities. Without conditions, animal abuse, fraud, and the risk to legitimate charities will continue.","committee_note":null,"state":"open","signature_count":96,"closing_date":"2026-12-05","created_at":"2026-05-06T19:00:00.597Z","updated_at":"2026-07-11T09:13:30.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2026-06-05T14:38:49.538Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-05-07T06:35:20.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_on":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":"Sharon Whannel","rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"FCDO","name":"Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office","url":"https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/foreign-commonwealth-office"}],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":757619,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/757619.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Review of mandatory cat microchipping and informed consent requirements","background":"Review the current law for compulsory microchipping of cats in England. A review could consider introducing microchipping as optional, or setting clearer requirements to ensure cat owners are informed of recognised but rare risks, including the potential for injection-site sarcomas.","additional_details":"This could be known as Princess' law.\r\n\r\nInjection-site sarcomas are a documented but uncommon adverse outcome of any injections in cats & may be aggressive in nature.\r\n\r\nFor context, my cat, Princess, later developed an injection-site sarcoma & was ultimately euthanised to prevent further suffering. This submission does not allege negligence or misconduct by veterinary professionals, but seeks a proportionate review of existing policy to balance animal welfare, owner autonomy, & public policy objectives.\r\n","committee_note":"","state":"open","signature_count":89,"closing_date":"2026-08-24","created_at":"2026-01-18T11:57:51.972Z","updated_at":"2026-07-06T08:04:10.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2026-02-24T16:36:03.738Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-01-20T13:27:50.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_on":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":"Michael James Mayhew","rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"DEFRA","name":"Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs","url":"https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-environment-food-rural-affairs"}],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":754642,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/754642.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Create an NHS for animals","background":"Start up an NHS for animals for people who can’t afford private veterinary services.","additional_details":"Veterinary services can be expensive and with the rising costs in the UK, some animals are losing their homes because their owners can’t afford healthcare for them. This can mean that animal charities run in overdrive.","committee_note":"","state":"open","signature_count":88,"closing_date":"2026-07-26","created_at":"2025-12-16T08:20:20.034Z","updated_at":"2026-07-12T14:30:30.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2026-01-26T09:56:16.837Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-12-16T19:35:50.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_on":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":"Ishya Rose Lancaster","rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"DEFRA","name":"Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs","url":"https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-environment-food-rural-affairs"}],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":762340,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/762340.json"},"attributes":{"action":"NHS for Pets","background":"Create a system whereby animal owners can access free medical care for their pets and not pay extortionate prices by private practices.","additional_details":"Because the government is the only entity that can do this.","committee_note":null,"state":"open","signature_count":87,"closing_date":"2026-09-26","created_at":"2026-02-24T11:27:53.274Z","updated_at":"2026-07-09T12:21:40.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2026-03-26T13:30:36.105Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-02-24T19:37:00.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_on":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":"Sophie Ellwood","rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"DHSC","name":"Department of Health and Social Care","url":"https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-of-health-and-social-care"}],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":753958,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/753958.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Require vets to provide free lifesaving care for pets","background":"If the pet is in desperate need of care, and the pet's life is on the line, the vets should have to give the animal free medical care, so the pet does not die.","additional_details":"So the animals do not lose their life if the owner cannot afford the vet fees. The pets should not be able to make an animal lose its life if the owner cannot pay.","committee_note":"","state":"open","signature_count":84,"closing_date":"2026-07-20","created_at":"2025-12-09T12:19:53.501Z","updated_at":"2026-07-07T15:38:00.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2026-01-20T16:37:59.037Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-12-09T17:28:10.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_on":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":"Sam Barnes-Musk","rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"DEFRA","name":"Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs","url":"https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-environment-food-rural-affairs"}],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":770225,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/770225.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Review regulation of animal boarding and licensing conditions","background":"A review should consider introducing a new framework for paid pet care including minimum standards, more efficient checking of licences and enforcement of online platforms. There should be more alignment between devolved governments. These changes could be known as Molly's Law.","additional_details":"These changes could protect pets and owners by making it easier to check who is licensed/insured before booking, and lead to better enforcement relating to unregulated carers. They should also support responsible providers who invest in training, hygiene, safe premises, supervision and emergency planning. The UK Government should work with devolved nations to deliver consistent rules, clear penalties, and properly resourced enforcement so animal welfare isn’t a postcode lottery.","committee_note":"","state":"open","signature_count":78,"closing_date":"2026-12-19","created_at":"2026-05-18T19:00:40.613Z","updated_at":"2026-07-12T19:45:20.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2026-06-19T08:01:33.612Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-05-20T17:03:20.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_on":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":"Alyson Lane","rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"DEFRA","name":"Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs","url":"https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-environment-food-rural-affairs"}],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":755713,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/755713.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Require fireworks to be sold only through the fire service with registration","background":"Require consumer fireworks to be sold only through the fire service, with purchasers registering in advance using valid photo ID. Profits from these sales should go towards support for firefighters and their families.","additional_details":"Fireworks are widely available despite their potential for misuse, antisocial behaviour and harm. Communities, animals, veterans and people with sensory sensitivities are frequently affected by unpredictable and prolonged fireworks use. Emergency services regularly respond to fireworks-related incidents, placing strain on limited resources. We think that introducing controlled access would improve accountability, reduce misuse and support safer, responsible celebrations.","committee_note":"","state":"open","signature_count":76,"closing_date":"2026-08-03","created_at":"2026-01-01T12:00:54.498Z","updated_at":"2026-07-07T18:53:50.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2026-02-03T12:42:33.406Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-01-03T19:59:40.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_on":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":"Elizabeth Pearson-Evans","rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"BT","name":"Department for Business and Trade","url":"https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-business-and-trade"}],"topics":[]}}]}