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Some animal rescue centres may be full and unable to help, resulting in healthy animals being put down or left to suffer without basic care. We believe that if VAT is no longer charged on all veterinary fees, it could go a long way to rectifying this situation.","committee_note":"","state":"closed","signature_count":1420,"created_at":"2025-06-25T22:13:22.614Z","updated_at":"2026-04-02T09:59:15.753Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2025-07-23T13:05:14.464Z","closed_at":"2026-01-23T23:59:59.999Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-06-26T06:51:50.000Z","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":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"HMT","name":"HM Treasury","url":"https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/hm-treasury"}],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":713398,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/713398.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Create a national welfare team to oversee kennels holding seized dogs","background":"We want the Government to create an independent national welfare team to monitor kennels used by police forces. This should include checking that staff are trained to meet the welfare standards in the Animal Welfare Act 2006 and reporting those who fail to meet those standards for prosecution.","additional_details":"We are concerned the XL Bully Ban has massively increased seizures under DDA. We believe that many seized animals are not having their needs met, and are in some cases being returned to owners in ill health. There are reports that some seized dogs have died in kennels. We think the vast majority of seized dogs have done nothing wrong. Instead they are seized based on looks and could be held for weeks or months before assessment. We are concerned that many seized dogs may not be a banned type and could experience trauma for nothing.","committee_note":"","state":"closed","signature_count":1238,"created_at":"2025-01-09T11:27:41.059Z","updated_at":"2025-09-04T23:00:07.571Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2025-03-04T10:09:03.122Z","closed_at":"2025-09-04T22:59:59.999Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-01-09T14:40:40.000Z","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":null,"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":732487,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/732487.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Mandate Ethical Rehoming for Lab and Breeding Animals by 2025","background":"Mandate rehoming of lab & breeding unit animals as default by end of 2025. We want partnering with accredited rehoming orgs & a rehoming database, funded by licence fees & grants. We want to end unnecessary euthanasia & independent outcome monitoring for an ethical future.","additional_details":"Demand the Government mandates rehoming as default for lab & breeding unit animals by 2025. Partner with UK rehoming orgs, and create a transparent rehoming database. Fund via licence fees/grants to boost rehoming rates. We want amendments to ASPA to end unnecessary euthanasia. We call for independent monitoring and reporting of rehoming outcomes to ensure success. We think this could establish the UK as a global leader in ethical lab animal rehoming and address public demand for compassionate welfare standards.","committee_note":"","state":"closed","signature_count":1228,"created_at":"2025-07-05T13:53:00.303Z","updated_at":"2026-01-30T00:00:20.941Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2025-07-29T10:33:45.759Z","closed_at":"2026-01-29T23:59:59.999Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-07-05T15:04:30.000Z","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":null,"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":702043,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/702043.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Ban Fur Imports into the UK","background":"We ask the Government to ban the import and sale of all fur products in the UK. Fur farming is banned here due to cruelty, yet imports support suffering abroad. We believe that this ban would align UK laws with ethical and environmental responsibility, closing the loophole that fuels the fur trade.","additional_details":"Fur farming is banned in the UK, but we believe that importing fur allows cruelty abroad to thrive. Animals on fur farms endure lifelong confinement in tiny cages, suffering immense stress and horrific executions like gassing and electrocution. We hold that fur production pollutes water, air, and soil and involves toxic chemicals. With ethical and sustainable alternatives widely available, continuing to import fur contradicts UK values of compassion and environmental responsibility. We believe a ban would close this harmful loophole.","committee_note":"","state":"closed","signature_count":1186,"created_at":"2024-11-17T11:50:55.443Z","updated_at":"2026-03-20T16:57:46.562Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2024-12-23T13:02:55.900Z","closed_at":"2025-06-23T22:59:59.999Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2024-11-17T12:47:40.000Z","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":null,"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":713888,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/713888.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Ban artificial intelligence-produced imagery and art from being copyrighted","background":"For many artists, graphic designers and animators out there, I feel the rise of artificial intelligence taking over their jobs has grown to be a major concern. I think the thought of copyrighting AI imagery is a ludicrous idea, since we think it could be stealing other copyrighted artwork.","additional_details":"As an artist, I have expressed a displeasure on how some of these so-called \"artists\" have been making use of artificial intelligence tools to produce an image from basic word prompts, taking and mashing up pre-existing images from other sources, including already copyrighted content as well as smaller artists who earn a living.","committee_note":"","state":"closed","signature_count":1080,"created_at":"2025-01-12T22:50:59.718Z","updated_at":"2025-09-10T23:00:05.907Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2025-03-10T10:24:51.554Z","closed_at":"2025-09-10T22:59:59.999Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-01-13T07:34:40.000Z","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":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"DCMS","name":"Department for Culture, Media and Sport","url":""}],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":751913,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/751913.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Ban the manufacture, import and sale of Rawhide as a dog treat","background":"Rawhide dog chews can pose a serious risk to animal welfare, such as choking, blockages and illness. We ask the UK Government to ban the manufacture, import and sale of rawhide dog chews. Safer alternatives exist, and a ban could protect pets and prevent avoidable harm.","additional_details":"Pet owners and veterinary professionals have documented recurring issues with rawhide. I believe a ban would align with the Government’s duty to protect animal welfare and consumer safety.","committee_note":"","state":"open","signature_count":1071,"closing_date":"2026-07-07","created_at":"2025-11-25T10:21:42.172Z","updated_at":"2026-05-06T19:29:10.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2026-01-07T15:00:08.569Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-11-25T10:38:40.000Z","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":"Jamie McJannet","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":700223,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/700223.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Make it illegal to sell, buy and use fireworks other than silent ones","background":"Change the law so that we can no longer buy non-silent fireworks, sell them or use them.","additional_details":"Animals can be terrified of loud fireworks, there have been reports of some dying from heart attacks. Veterans with PTSD can suffer so much this time of year as it can trigger them. They do not deserve this and we should do everything that we can to support them and protect them from this trauma.\r\n\r\nWildlife are harmed because of the loud bangs and litter.","committee_note":"","state":"closed","signature_count":1024,"created_at":"2024-10-31T21:55:22.559Z","updated_at":"2025-05-19T23:00:07.423Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2024-11-19T11:04:19.371Z","closed_at":"2025-05-19T22:59:59.999Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2024-10-31T22:53:10.000Z","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":null,"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":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":729152,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/729152.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Amend Section 27 of the Road Traffic Act 1988 to include all public highways","background":"The existing Act deals with keeping dogs on a lead whilst on a road 'designated' by the local authority, but such roads are very rare and this legislation is seldom used.","additional_details":"Since the pandemic, dog ownership has surged along with attacks and other dog related incidents.\r\n \r\nThe Highway Code states 'Do not let a dog out on the road on its own. Keep it on a short lead when walking on the pavement, road or path shared with cyclists or horse riders' but this is not easily enforceable and a dog has to be 'dangerously out of control' before anything can be done. Very often this is too late and even if the incident is reported, only the gravest are dealt with fully. I think this change to the law could help protect the public and animals and enable faster enforcement.","committee_note":"","state":"closed","signature_count":868,"created_at":"2025-06-02T11:30:53.622Z","updated_at":"2025-12-31T00:00:01.403Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2025-06-30T15:15:30.570Z","closed_at":"2025-12-30T23:59:59.999Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-06-02T15:56:10.000Z","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":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"DfT","name":"Department for Transport","url":"https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-transport"}],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":702676,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/702676.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Strengthen suitable environment criteria for dogs under animal welfare act","background":"We would like the Government to update the code of practice for the welfare of dogs with stronger criteria set for a suitable environment for dogs, including temperature based shelter and no tethering/caging which restrict a dog's movement.","additional_details":"Sufficient exercise given for general wellbeing and access to water with adequate food given daily also.\r\n\r\nAt present, we believe the animal welfare act is not strong enough, and that current legislation and guidance are insufficient in preventing the ongoing suffering of dogs.","committee_note":"","state":"closed","signature_count":857,"created_at":"2024-11-24T00:18:34.913Z","updated_at":"2025-06-23T23:00:09.821Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2024-12-23T11:21:20.737Z","closed_at":"2025-06-23T22:59:59.999Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2024-11-24T00:29:50.000Z","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":null,"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":760387,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/760387.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Review Dangerous Dog Act 1991 and bring in dog ownership license and dog tagging","background":"I want the Government to review Dangerous Dogs Act to bring in stricter penalties for out of control dogs, and require by law that all dog owners hold a dog owner license and that all dogs are tagged.","additional_details":"We believe ensuring ALL dog owners have a licence will help prevent harm, neglect and abuse towards animals and to ensure animals are in safe hands. Animal victims of attacks should be tackled more seriously to keep them safe. Animals should only be given to an owner who has a valid dog owner licence. Any evidence of harm towards animals should have their licence removed to further prevent harm and abuse.","committee_note":"","state":"open","signature_count":819,"closing_date":"2026-09-17","created_at":"2026-02-08T01:44:36.495Z","updated_at":"2026-05-14T08:29:00.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2026-03-17T12:29:45.389Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-02-08T10:39:00.000Z","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":"Blake Alexander David McElhatton","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":723214,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/723214.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Ban the production and sale of small animal cages","background":"We think that almost all cages that are produced and sold in pet shops are far too small for all animals, particularly the ones they are marketed to.","additional_details":"Animals do not deserve to live a life in tiny hutches. Animals, no matter the size, deserve to live a good quality of life where they can move, stand and run freely. If a human wouldn’t want to be trapped a space they couldn’t move in, why should an animal? \r\n \r\nFor example, animal welfare advocates recommend the minimum size a rabbit should be in is 3mx2m, but pet stores sell many cages that are 0.63m x 0.17m, as well as even smaller cages.","committee_note":"","state":"closed","signature_count":795,"created_at":"2025-03-24T11:23:55.550Z","updated_at":"2025-10-25T23:00:09.092Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2025-04-25T11:53:05.446Z","closed_at":"2025-10-25T22:59:59.999Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-03-25T11:29:50.000Z","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":null,"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":724921,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/724921.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Give vets powers to seize animals if there is neglect or abuse & punish owners","background":"If an animal is brought to a vet, we think they should be able to make the decision that due to the severity of neglect they will seize the animal. We think the owner should be fined, added to a register and unable to obtain animals in the future.","additional_details":"We think there is a lot of severe animal abuse and neglect. Currently if you take a neglected animal to a vets they may make a considerable effort to try and find the owner. They have no power to stop the owner reclaiming their pet so the torture continues. Animal charities can be informed of the neglect and abuse but they may be so overrun that they are often returned to the owner before they are able to step in. Let’s be their voice when they can’t cry for help, not all victims can report crimes against themselves.","committee_note":"","state":"closed","signature_count":762,"created_at":"2025-04-11T16:03:16.721Z","updated_at":"2025-11-13T00:00:02.324Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2025-05-12T09:12:19.688Z","closed_at":"2025-11-12T23:59:59.999Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-04-11T20:25:20.000Z","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":null,"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":727607,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/727607.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Change the law to allow dogs and cats to travel in airplane cabins into the UK","background":"We ask the Government to change the law to allow dogs and cats to enter the UK in the aircraft cabin under strict health, safety, and airline regulations. We believe pet owners should have the freedom to choose cabin or cargo travel based on their pet’s size, needs, and airline policies.","additional_details":"Many pets suffer stress, anxiety, or health issues when flying as cargo. For some, separation from owners worsens their condition. Cargo options can be costly, forcing owners to leave pets in kennels or care facilities. Other countries allow cabin travel under strict rules, offering safer, less stressful options. We urge the Government to change the law so that the UK adopts similar regulations, which we believe will support animal welfare and responsible ownership.","committee_note":"","state":"closed","signature_count":755,"created_at":"2025-05-15T06:00:48.940Z","updated_at":"2025-12-06T00:00:01.799Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2025-06-05T13:33:25.774Z","closed_at":"2025-12-05T23:59:59.999Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-05-15T09:23:50.000Z","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":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"DfT","name":"Department for Transport","url":"https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-transport"}],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":749665,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/749665.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Ban fireworks in residential areas to prevent stress to people and animals","background":"Ban the use of fireworks in residential areas which is causing stress to vulnerable people and animals.","additional_details":"Fireworks being sold to the public are too big and too loud and are being used inconsiderately at night and early mornings which is causing large amounts of distress to vulnerable people and animals.","committee_note":"","state":"open","signature_count":739,"closing_date":"2026-06-10","created_at":"2025-11-06T11:22:56.657Z","updated_at":"2026-05-15T04:59:50.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2025-12-10T13:01:22.857Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-11-06T12:00:00.000Z","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":"Sarah Thorn","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":732456,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/732456.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Introduce a 30% tax on all non-stun slaughter produce","background":"From field to fork, we believe the treatment of animals should be carried out in the most humane way possible.","additional_details":"We think non-stun slaughter does not meet any welfare standards and the culling of animals in this way is far from humane. By introducing taxes on non-stun slaughter products, the revenue from this could be used for research into other animal welfare projects. We feel some eateries give you very little choice but to consume non-stun slaughter meat without advertising so. If the government can put a duty of tax on tobacco products, we think they can surely do the same in regards to non-stun slaughter produce.","committee_note":"","state":"closed","signature_count":722,"created_at":"2025-07-05T07:57:55.753Z","updated_at":"2026-02-02T00:00:18.262Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2025-08-01T09:03:20.196Z","closed_at":"2026-02-01T23:59:59.999Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-07-05T09:33:50.000Z","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":null,"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":705499,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/705499.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Regulate veterinary practices to help make them more affordable","background":"About 57% of households in the UK have a pet, yet we think veterinary prices are through the roof. With the cost of living increasing, we think there should be a limit on how much profit a veterinary practice can make from selling medications and completing procedures. ","additional_details":"We think the Government should be concerned about this as more and more pet owners are struggling to afford treatments for their beloved pets. Not only this, but with many facing pet insurance increases every year, it is for many no longer affordable to insure pets to help cover vet fees. We think the Government should regulate vet costs, so every animal can get the care they deserve.","committee_note":"","state":"closed","signature_count":700,"created_at":"2024-11-27T15:07:01.400Z","updated_at":"2026-04-02T10:00:45.182Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2025-01-08T14:17:02.013Z","closed_at":"2025-07-08T22:59:59.999Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2024-11-27T15:35:30.000Z","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":null,"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":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":747664,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/747664.json"},"attributes":{"action":"End the mandatory meat requirement in English school meals","background":"Remove the mandatory requirement in the Requirements for School Food Regulations 2014 requiring maintained schools and academies to serve meat or poultry three days per week. We believe this rule conflicts with environmental goals and health guidance on reducing meat consumption.","additional_details":"High meat consumption can increase the risk of obesity, heart disease, and diabetes in children. It is estimated that animal agriculture generates 14.5% of global greenhouse emissions and can drive deforestation. It can cause immense animal suffering—billions of chickens, pigs, and cattle confined in factory farms before slaughter. This regulation requires schools to support an industry which we feel is harmful to health, environment, and animal welfare. Schools should have freedom to serve sustainable, compassionate meals.","committee_note":"","state":"open","signature_count":661,"closing_date":"2026-06-03","created_at":"2025-10-21T12:13:05.321Z","updated_at":"2026-05-15T03:38:10.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2025-12-03T11:09:51.205Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-10-24T15:44:50.000Z","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":"Stephen Germeney","rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"DfE","name":"Department for Education","url":"https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-education"}],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":728452,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/728452.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Ban the release of balloons and sky lanterns","background":"Sky lanterns and balloon releases present hazards to animals. While I am sympathetic to those who have lost a loved one, I believe there are many alternative and longer lasting ways to remember them, e.g. tree planting.","additional_details":"Balloon and lantern releases can have a lasting environmental impact, not only through littering, but some wildlife, livestock, marine life and family pets may mistake them for food, which can lead to death. I believe we collectively have a responsibility to protect our wildlife.","committee_note":"","state":"closed","signature_count":620,"created_at":"2025-05-24T14:54:57.521Z","updated_at":"2025-12-14T00:00:03.841Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2025-06-13T13:59:27.836Z","closed_at":"2025-12-13T23:59:59.999Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-05-24T18:24:20.000Z","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":null,"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":759437,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/759437.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Review and strengthen enforcement of welfare laws for animals in street begging","background":"We want the UK Government to review and strengthen enforcement of animal welfare laws by supporting routine checks and microchip scanning of dogs used for begging, and giving authorities powers to remove animals at risk of fear, distress or exploitation.","additional_details":"We want the Government to strengthen enforcement of animal welfare laws by supporting routine welfare checks and compulsory microchip scanning of dogs used in street begging. Clear guidance should allow authorities and the SSPCA to remove animals where there is evidence of fear, distress or exploitation, even if physical injury is not visible","committee_note":"","state":"open","signature_count":601,"closing_date":"2026-09-06","created_at":"2026-01-30T23:05:24.676Z","updated_at":"2026-05-12T23:30:20.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2026-03-06T11:52:34.976Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-01-30T23:42:00.000Z","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":"Miss Melissa Gillen","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":748056,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/748056.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Require medical history to be listed on horse passports","background":"I want greater protection for horse welfare and for buyers from neglectful sellers within the equine world; where profit exceeds care. Legal requirement for all medical history to be listed on a horse passport to make it harder for sellers to be deceitful.","additional_details":"Putting all medical history on a horse passport shows exactly what medical issues they've had and can prevent deception in the horse world. People are buying horses where there is no legal obligation to release medical paperwork and no way prospective buyers can check. Even after 5 stage vetting they may find the buyer has lied. This change can protect animal welfare and stops fraudulent sales and reduces the amount of cases going to court","committee_note":"","state":"open","signature_count":582,"closing_date":"2026-06-08","created_at":"2025-10-24T13:58:57.586Z","updated_at":"2026-05-04T11:47:20.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2025-12-08T14:59:01.639Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-10-24T20:17:10.000Z","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":"Willow Henaughan","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":700310,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/700310.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Increase funding and support for animal rescue and rehabilitation organisations.","background":"We want the UK Government to provide substantial financial support to animal rescue organisations, invest in rehabilitation programmes, and promote public awareness campaigns to alleviate the strain on these vital services.","additional_details":"Animals are sentient beings deserving of compassion and care. Many face abandonment and neglect, relying on rescue organisations for their survival. Increased support could allow these organisations to save more animals, provide necessary medical care, and help them find loving homes.","committee_note":"","state":"closed","signature_count":571,"created_at":"2024-11-01T15:39:28.945Z","updated_at":"2025-05-25T23:00:02.956Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2024-11-25T09:38:59.151Z","closed_at":"2025-05-25T22:59:59.999Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2024-11-04T09:51:50.000Z","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":null,"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":706336,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/706336.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Ban the Shaving of 90% of Tail Hair from the Draught Horse Breed.","background":"It is common practice among those who show heavy horses to shave/clip up to 90% of a horse's tail, thinking it shows off the horses' hindquarters to better advantage. We think it is cruel and unnecessary to deprive a horse of its natural tail, and want this archaic practice to be banned.","additional_details":"Horses' tails are vital to swat away insects. They are used to communicate a horse’s mood - by mares to indicate willingness or otherwise to mate, to help regulate body temperature, warn of intent to kick or flee and can indicate poor health and pain.\r\n \r\nWe think it is unnecessary to deprive horses of this natural part of themselves and negatively affects them. Tails can be plaited before entering the animal in a show, returning the tail to full function after. We think welfare must come before aesthetics.\r\n","committee_note":"","state":"closed","signature_count":562,"created_at":"2024-11-29T10:36:12.770Z","updated_at":"2025-07-17T23:00:00.417Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2025-01-17T14:17:30.700Z","closed_at":"2025-07-17T22:59:59.999Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2024-11-29T22:28:30.000Z","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":null,"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":700712,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/700712.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Fund the development of allergen free, vegan-friendly medications","background":"As it stands, many necessary medications have allergens and non-vegetarian and non-vegan products in them. We would like vegan/allergen free alternatives to be widely and easily available.","additional_details":"Around 10% of the UK population is lactose-intolerant. So why is lactose, in our view, an easily removable ingredient, in so many medications?\r\n \r\nVeganism and vegetarianism are more popular than ever, with many of the population avoiding animal products. So why are so many medications still in animal gelatine capsules? As it stands, it can be difficult for allergy sufferers, vegetarians and vegans to find suitable medication.\r\n \r\nWe want sensible protections for allergy sufferers and animal lovers alike.","committee_note":"","state":"closed","signature_count":522,"created_at":"2024-11-04T13:20:21.205Z","updated_at":"2025-05-19T23:00:07.464Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2024-11-19T11:09:19.798Z","closed_at":"2025-05-19T22:59:59.999Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2024-11-04T15:35:30.000Z","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":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":756427,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/756427.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Require panels of lay people to review abattoir CCTV footage for potential abuse","background":"Since 2018, it's been mandatory for CCTV to be installed on all areas of abattoirs where animals remain alive. The recordings made being available to \"official vets\" only. This has not ended reports of animals being abused prior to slaughter, most of these reports coming from unofficial sources","additional_details":"Recently, on 7 March 2025, the BBC reported on the Food Standards Agency’s investigation of an incident at the T&S Abattoir in Arley, Warwickshire. The local MP had raised the issue in the House of Commons the previous day, saying people were horrified by a video, posted online by an animal rights activist, that apparently showed hours of abusive behaviour at the facility in her constituency. More cases have been recorded by the Animal Justice Project, Animal Equality UK & others.","committee_note":"","state":"open","signature_count":516,"closing_date":"2026-08-09","created_at":"2026-01-08T21:01:39.065Z","updated_at":"2026-05-13T07:32:50.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2026-02-09T09:41:59.639Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-01-10T01:33:10.000Z","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":"Brian Rider","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":719090,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/719090.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Introduce more regulations around the sale and use of crossbows","background":"I am asking the government to introduce and enforce much stronger laws for the sale and use of crossbows. I think they're a threat to both people and animals.","additional_details":"I think that buying a crossbow is not only relatively cheap but also extremely easy, requiring no license or registration. These weapons are dangerous and silent. Compact versions can also be purchased which could easily be concealed. In a time when violent crime is on the rise, especially knife crime, I think we should be doing everything we can to remove weapons like this from the streets permanently","committee_note":"","state":"closed","signature_count":500,"created_at":"2025-02-24T15:15:27.167Z","updated_at":"2025-10-11T23:00:03.568Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2025-04-11T09:59:22.447Z","closed_at":"2025-10-11T22:59:59.999Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-02-24T16:21:20.000Z","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":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"HO","name":"Home Office","url":"https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/home-office"}],"topics":[]}}]}