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The programme has brought us the hardships that each farmer faces with rising costs, extreme weather, foreign imports and the threat of inheritance tax on their land. \r\nIm sure Jeremy has highlighted the farmers struggles more than any Government has done over the years and still continues to do so even with his protrate cancer diagnosis.\r\nWe ask that he is given a Knighthood for his tireless service.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":6,"created_at":"2026-06-18T12:06:53.681Z","updated_at":"2026-06-26T15:09:18.669Z","rejected_at":"2026-06-26T15:09:16.587Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-06-18T20:12:50.000Z","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":{"code":"honours","details":""},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":769180,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/769180.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Breast cancer under age 25","background":"Because to many young are effected","additional_details":"Drs dismiss young female issues and to many dying","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":6,"created_at":"2026-05-06T22:54:24.601Z","updated_at":"2026-06-04T14:35:53.883Z","rejected_at":"2026-06-04T14:35:53.887Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-05-08T02:42:30.000Z","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":{"code":"no-action","details":""},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":766393,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/766393.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Recognise Obesity as a Disease","background":"Recognise obesity as a chronic disease (which would be in line with the World Health Organisation) and introduce stronger measures including improved NHS treatment access, early intervention and policies to make healthy food more affordable and limit unhealthy food marketing.","additional_details":"Obesity rates in England are rising rapidly. In 2024, about 30% of adults were living with obesity and 66% were overweight or obese, according to the 2024 Health Survey for England. This increases the risk of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease and cancer and will place increasing and potentially unsustainable pressure on the NHS, if action is not taken.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":6,"created_at":"2026-04-03T13:20:55.542Z","updated_at":"2026-05-01T10:29:54.599Z","rejected_at":"2026-05-01T10:29:52.989Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-04-03T13:31:40.000Z","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":{"code":"duplicate","details":"We already have a petition open on this which you may wish to sign:\r\n\r\nhttps://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/753657"},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":764578,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/764578.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Cancer Shouldn’t Cost Everything: Financial Support for Patients Must Improve","background":"We want the government to provide faster, fairer financial support for cancer patients, increase aid during treatment, and ensure no one fighting cancer falls into debt or hardship while trying to survive.","additional_details":"We want the government to ensure cancer patients can cover the costs of treatment and daily life. Many cannot work and face extra expenses for travel, medication, and care. Support must be quick, adequate, and reliable so patients can focus on recovery without financial strain.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":7,"created_at":"2026-03-17T11:46:42.001Z","updated_at":"2026-04-15T15:55:27.983Z","rejected_at":"2026-04-15T15:55:17.990Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-03-17T12:53:30.000Z","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":{"code":"irrelevant","details":"We can see that you are based in Wales. Your petition is about health policy which is devolved to the Welsh Government. That means that the UK Government and Parliament can't look into it. \r\n\r\nThe Welsh Parliament has its own Petitions system. You can find out more here: https://petitions.senedd.wales/ "},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":762011,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/762011.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Amy's law:\r\nRequire mandatory cancer red flag training for all GPs","background":"Amy’s Law – Red Flags, legislation that would require mandatory training for GPs and frontline medical professionals to better recognise red flag symptoms of cancer and other serious conditions in young people.","additional_details":"We call on the Government to legislate for mandatory training for GPs and primary care clinicians on recognising cancer red flag symptoms in young people, and to strengthen early diagnostic and referral pathways to prevent delayed diagnosis.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":21,"created_at":"2026-02-21T08:23:39.775Z","updated_at":"2026-03-25T17:29:26.107Z","rejected_at":"2026-03-25T17:29:26.110Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-02-21T09:03:40.000Z","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":{"code":"no-action","details":"We are not clear what specific action this petition is calling for, and how it is different to the current practice.\r\n\r\nYou can start a new petition setting this out more clearly."},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":759314,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/759314.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Offer routine PSA tests to men over 50 to detect prostate cancer early.","background":"Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men and often has no early symptoms. Routine PSA testing for men over 50 would enable earlier diagnosis and save lives.","additional_details":"Prostate cancer frequently develops without warning signs. Too many men are diagnosed only once the disease is advanced, not because treatment is unavailable, but because early testing is not routinely offered.\r\n\r\nAt present, men must actively request a PSA test or wait until symptoms appear. \r\n\r\nRoutine screening would:\r\n\r\nDetect prostate cancer earlier\r\nImprove survival rates\r\nReduce the need for intensive late-stage treatment\r\n\r\nEarly detection saves lives, and would save the NHS money.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":8,"created_at":"2026-01-29T22:34:21.784Z","updated_at":"2026-03-05T18:06:37.325Z","rejected_at":"2026-03-05T18:06:27.542Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-01-30T02:14:00.000Z","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":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":"You may wish to sign this petition which calls for a similar action: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/755872"},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":758680,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/758680.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Repeal Mandatory Folic Acid Fortification in UK Bread Flour","background":"We call on Parliament to repeal mandatory folic acid fortification of UK bread flour, protect consumer choice, respect informed consent, and replace mass medication with targeted education and voluntary supplementation for those who need it most.","additional_details":"Synthetic folic acid can accumulate as unmetabolised folic acid, with concerns including masking vitamin B12 deficiency, potential cancer progression in some groups, and side effects such as headaches, anxiety, sleep and digestive issues. Genetic variants like MTHFR may impair metabolism, increasing risk. Mandatory fortification removes choice despite uneven benefit.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":6,"created_at":"2026-01-24T21:59:32.332Z","updated_at":"2026-02-24T15:20:21.580Z","rejected_at":"2026-02-24T15:20:12.586Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-01-26T11:49:50.000Z","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":{"code":"duplicate","details":"You may wish to sign the following petition, which calls for similar action:\r\n\r\nEnsure access to non-whole meal flour without folic acid fortification\r\nhttps://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/751401"},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":757757,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/757757.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Ensure all food and product packaging clearly states any high risk additives.","background":"Research on high-risk additives points to inflammation, endocrine and gut issues, and carcingenocity, cause of cancer. Many foods, such as crumpets/ wraps/ pancakes, nuggets, hand wash, pastas and many more contain many high risk additives. This needs to be clearly shown to the consumer.","additional_details":"The consumer should be made aware when a product contains a high-risk additive. These are harmful and can cause terminal illness if consumed regularly everyday. If the high-risk additives are clearly visible on the packet, name and how many, consumers then have a choice whether to purchase and consume. The nutritional value is clearly shown green/amber/red. An indication if what you're consuming is healthy or not. However a 'green' product can still contain high risk and therefor is not healthy.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":10,"created_at":"2026-01-19T14:55:38.394Z","updated_at":"2026-02-12T15:07:37.186Z","rejected_at":"2026-02-12T15:07:35.436Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-01-19T16:46:30.000Z","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":{"code":"duplicate","details":"You may wish to sign the following petition, which calls for similar action:\r\n\r\nAdd Traffic Lights for Additives & Ultra-Processed Foods to FSA Labels\r\nhttps://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/749974"},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":754290,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/754290.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Reclassify endometriosis & adenomyosis as chronic health conditions","background":"Chronic disease classification, clinical approach toward non-reactionary care, immunology, gut health testing, providing non-hormonal/surgical investigations. Increased access to use of cancer-adjacent treatments, GnRH antagonists, selective progesterone receptor modulators on prescription etc","additional_details":"To ensure earlier and accurate diagnosis, reduce the chances of dismissal, broader treatment access, reduced surgical demand, improved fertility and quality of life.  \r\nProper classification would support earlier detection, continuous management plans, multidisciplinary care, better insurance coverage, and greater prioritization in research funding, reduce delays, and ease the heavy economic burden on patients, the NHS, the workforce and society at large.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":6,"created_at":"2025-12-11T23:44:46.730Z","updated_at":"2026-01-19T16:58:54.269Z","rejected_at":"2026-01-19T16:58:49.601Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-12-18T22:36:40.000Z","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":{"code":"no-action","details":"The Government's guidance on disability under the Equality Act 2010 states that you’re disabled if you have a physical or mental impairment that has a ‘substantial’ and ‘long-term’ negative effect on your ability to do normal daily activities:\r\nhttps://www.gov.uk/definition-of-disability-under-equality-act-2010\r\n\r\nThere is not a list of conditions that meet this definition, but it is therefore already the case that under the Equality Act, anyone with a physical or a mental condition which has a substantial and long-term impact on your ability to do normal day to day activities is protected under the disability protected characteristic. This could cover people who have endometriosis or adenomyosis, where this has a a ‘substantial’ and ‘long-term’ negative effect on their ability to do normal daily activities.\r\n\r\nWe could accept a petition calling on the Government to fund additional research into endometriosis and adenomyosis, to improve understanding of these conditions and identify new treatments.\r\n\r\nYou may wish to sign the following:\r\n\r\nIntroduce Statutory Menstrual Leave for People with Endometriosis & Adenomyosis\r\nhttps://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/732342\r\n\r\nFund a National Endometriosis Registry and Audit to Help Improve NHS Care\r\nhttps://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/736164"},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":753709,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/753709.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Listen to Our Pain: Take Endometriosis Seriously Now”","background":"Have more specialists that deal with this disease and to listen to woman whom.suffer rather than dismissed with medications before its to late to be diagnosed , where some women have died due to this disease that is like cancer","additional_details":"For too long, women with endometriosis have been ignored, dismissed and left to suffer in silence. This disease steals years of life, dreams of motherhood, careers and dignity. No one should have to beg to be believed or wait in agony for answers. We need urgent action, compassion and proper care so women are seen, heard and treated before it is too late. Lives, families and futures depend on it.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":18,"created_at":"2025-12-06T20:21:51.330Z","updated_at":"2026-01-16T10:16:52.532Z","rejected_at":"2026-01-16T10:16:50.924Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-12-07T12:07:50.000Z","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":{"code":"no-action","details":"Petitions need to call on the Government or Parliament to take a specific action.\r\n\r\nWe understand you are concerned about the treatment of endometriosis, but we're not sure exactly what you'd like the Government or Parliament to do.\r\n\r\nYou could start a new petition explaining clearly what you would like the Government or Parliament to do.\r\n\r\nYou may wish to sign the following:\r\n\r\nFund a National Endometriosis Registry and Audit to Help Improve NHS Care\r\nhttps://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/736164"},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":753227,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/753227.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Require food manufacturers to show the presence of Ultra Processed ingredients","background":"Modify existing food labelling laws to include the requirement for manufacturers to add a clear and appropriately sized and placed indicator of the level of processing that the ingredients of their product have undergone, using the internationally-recognised Nova Classification system.","additional_details":"A growing body of evidence suggests that ultra-processed foods are behind the modern increases in chronic health conditions, including alzheimers, cancer, obesity, diabetes and others. These conditions lead to many preventable deaths, the loss of quality of life for millions and costs the NHS millions every year.\r\n\r\nRequiring manufacturers to clearly indicate the presence of UPFs will empower the public to make healthy choices and could save many lives and significant amounts of public funding.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":6,"created_at":"2025-12-03T10:39:27.883Z","updated_at":"2026-01-16T13:05:07.903Z","rejected_at":"2026-01-16T13:05:05.966Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-12-08T12:39:50.000Z","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":{"code":"duplicate","details":"You may wish to sign the following petition, which calls for similar action:\r\n\r\nAdd Traffic Lights for Additives & Ultra-Processed Foods to FSA Labels\r\nhttps://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/749974"},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":753170,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/753170.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Agree Prostate Cancer screening would save lives and have a screening programme","background":"A recent decision by heath experts concluded that a screening programme would do more harm than good, but, if prostate cancer is detected early there is a better chance of living longer, and less long term pressure on NHS if it’s detected early","additional_details":"Reverse the recent study results which implies that it would be ‘more harm than good’ statement. If another study was to be done by prostate cancer patients, who never had any symptoms, or families of those who have passed away with this disease with no symptoms, I am sure opinion would change. Firstly think about the impact on individuals and their families. When you hear the word CANCER from the doctor, your world changes.  Early detection will save lives, and the NHS £££ \r\nScreening is a must","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":15,"created_at":"2025-12-02T20:08:28.242Z","updated_at":"2026-02-10T10:31:58.878Z","rejected_at":"2026-02-10T10:31:43.811Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-12-02T20:54:10.000Z","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":{"code":"duplicate","details":"You may wish to sign this petition which calls for a similar action: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/751472 \r\n\r\nIn addition, your petition is about something that the Scottish Government and Scottish Parliament is responsible for. That means that the UK Government and Parliament can't look into it. \r\n\r\nIf you'd like your petition to apply to Scotland, you could start a petition on this topic on the Scottish Parliament website: https://petitions.parliament.scot/"},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":752605,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/752605.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Overturn the announcement regarding Prostate cancer screening","background":"Overturn the announcement, from the NSC, and implement prostate cancer screening for, at the very least, all men within the upper risk category, with plans to expand this wider.","additional_details":"I have recently had a close relative, receive news that he has less than 2 months to live, following being diagnosed with Prostate Cancer (Stage IV). Sadly, he is not, nor are my family, alone in receiving similar news. \r\n\r\nIf screening was in place, his life may have been saved. This is a call to help save many, many men’s’ lives and implement screening for prostate cancer in those at risk of it.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":9,"created_at":"2025-11-28T22:18:06.189Z","updated_at":"2026-01-22T16:49:52.564Z","rejected_at":"2026-01-22T16:49:52.566Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-11-28T22:43:50.000Z","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":{"code":"duplicate","details":"You may wish to sign this petition which calls for similar action: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/751472"},"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":752588,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/752588.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Provide national programme of prostate cancer screening for men aged 55 +","background":"Government should require NHS to introduce and conduct a national screening programme to detect prostate cancer early for men over age 55 years.","additional_details":"A significant number of men die every day from prostate cancer when we know that if detected soon enough this can be avoided.  Also, although many do not die they have to go through rigorous treatment if the disease had been diagnosed earlier.  The cost to the NHS of early diagnosis would be immensely reduced.  The expert panel on this advises against without good enough reason to sustain their decision and save lives.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":12,"created_at":"2025-11-28T20:31:12.446Z","updated_at":"2026-01-22T16:50:56.056Z","rejected_at":"2026-01-22T16:50:56.059Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-11-29T09:25:50.000Z","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":{"code":"duplicate","details":"You may wish to sign this petition which calls for similar action: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/751472 "},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":752325,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/752325.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Provide winter and summer essentials for all primary school children in the UK.","background":"We would like that every child receives a winter and summer pack.In the winter pack we would like you to provide a hat, scarf, gloves and warm socks. In the summer pack we would like you to provide sunscreen, hat, water bottle and sunglasses. This would be for every child in the UK primary schools.","additional_details":"By passing this law it will mean that all children will feel equal and not excluded. This will help all children to feel included and reduce bullying because of what they don't have. It will make sure that they are protected and healthy. The healthcare rates will decrease with less people having skin cancer, sunstroke or frostbite in the nearby future. This will save the NHS a lot of money. It can increase attendance in schools because children won't feel embarrassed to go to school.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":7,"created_at":"2025-11-27T11:40:40.507Z","updated_at":"2026-01-08T11:40:19.013Z","rejected_at":"2026-01-08T11:40:19.016Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-11-28T17:46:50.000Z","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":{"code":"irrelevant","details":"Your petition is about something that the Welsh Government and Welsh Parliament is responsible for. That means that the UK Government and Parliament can't look into it.\r\n\r\nThe Welsh Parliament has its own Petitions Committee. If you'd like to send your petition to the Welsh Parliament, you can find out more here: https://petitions.senedd.wales/\r\n\r\nYou may also wish to raise this issue with your local Members of the Senedd who represent you. You can find out who your Members of the Senedd are and how to contact them here: https://senedd.wales/find-a-member-of-the-senedd/"},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":748890,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/748890.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Breast cancer prevention at 30. Access to early screening for women.","background":"Lower the age for routine NHS breast cancer screening from 50 to 30. Provide access to earlier screening and awareness campaigns to support prevention and early diagnosis for younger women.","additional_details":"Cases of breast cancer in women under 50 are rising. Early detection saves lives, yet younger women aren’t routinely screened until it may be too late. Offering screening from age 30 will help catch cancer earlier, improve survival rates, and reduce the emotional and financial cost to families and the NHS.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":8,"created_at":"2025-11-01T20:08:06.418Z","updated_at":"2025-12-01T15:34:41.256Z","rejected_at":"2025-12-01T15:34:41.259Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-11-01T22:29:30.000Z","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":{"code":"duplicate","details":"You may wish to sign this petition, which calls for the same action: \"Lower the age for invites to regular mammograms to 30\" https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/736239"},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":746564,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/746564.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Teach breast cancer in schools","background":"To bring in as part of a education to learn how to check","additional_details":"As breast cancer can be like threatening just like many cancers we can be taught how to check for breast cancer so please bring it in to schools to be taught","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":6,"created_at":"2025-10-11T21:11:08.303Z","updated_at":"2025-11-25T17:58:32.401Z","rejected_at":"2025-11-25T17:58:24.218Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-10-12T08:48:40.000Z","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":{"code":"already-happening","details":"Statutory guidance for Relationships Education, Relationships and Sex Education (RSE) and Health Education already includes curriculum content on how to recognise early signs of physical illness or unexplained changes to the body, which may include changes to the body as a result of breast cancer.\r\n\r\nYou can read more about this here:\r\nhttps://www.gov.uk/government/publications/relationships-education-relationships-and-sex-education-rse-and-health-education/physical-health-and-mental-wellbeing-primary-and-secondary#physical-health-and-mental-wellbeing-primary:~:text=how%20to%20recognise%20early%20signs%20of%20physical%20illness%2C%20such%20as%20weight%20loss%2C%20or%20unexplained%20changes%20to%20the%20body"},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":745577,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/745577.json"},"attributes":{"action":"I am asking the Government to lower the NHS breast screening age from 50 to 40.","background":"We ask the Government and NHS England to:\r\n1.\tReview the breast screening age limit in light of new evidence;\r\n2.\tPilot routine invitations from age 40–49;\r\n3.\tEnsure that early detection is available to all women, not only those at known high risk.","additional_details":"Each year around 8,000 women age 40–49 in the UK are diagnosed with breast cancer.\r\nThe UK Breast Screening Age Trial (NIHR, 2020) showed that inviting women 40–49 for annual mammogram reduced breast cancer deaths by 25% in the first 10 years after screening began, with only modest overdiagnosis. \r\nCountries such as the US, Australia and several EU nations already screen from 40. It’s time the UK reviewed its outdated threshold.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":6,"created_at":"2025-10-05T08:09:24.557Z","updated_at":"2025-11-07T14:20:34.315Z","rejected_at":"2025-11-07T14:20:16.502Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-10-07T07:13:20.000Z","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":{"code":"duplicate","details":"You may wish to sign the following petition, which calls for similar action:\r\n\r\nLower the age for invites to regular mammograms to 40 & perform annually\r\nhttps://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/742179"},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":744888,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/744888.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Introduce Legislation to Regulate Battery Energy Storage Sites (BESS)","background":"Introduce national legislation to regulate all BESS sites, enforce strict safety standards with independent assessment, protect communities & countryside, use only brownfield sites meeting strict criteria, ensure developers fund all costs, keep energy prices stable, and mandate public consultation.","additional_details":"Lithium-ion batteries catch fire, releasing toxic & carcinogenic chemicals PFAs, risking future cancer epidemics (think Teflon Scandal)\r\n\r\nIndustrial BESS sites destroy landscapes, harm wildlife, threaten public health, disrupt communities & reduce residents quality of life\r\n\r\nLimit BESS to brownfield, sites avoids industrialising rural areas\r\n\r\nTaxpayers must not fund projects, energy prices must not rise due to BESS development \r\n\r\nRobust planning consultation & independent safety checks are essential","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":21,"created_at":"2025-10-02T08:47:40.073Z","updated_at":"2025-10-28T09:17:11.506Z","rejected_at":"2025-10-28T09:17:02.994Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-10-02T09:11:50.000Z","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":{"code":"duplicate","details":"The following petition calls for a similar action: \r\n\r\nReview regulations on Battery Energy Storage Systems\r\nhttps://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/723869"},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":744452,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/744452.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Reduce Breast Cancer Screening Age to 40","background":"We want the Government to lower the NHS breast screening age to 40 and create an Early Detection Pathway for faster, fairer access - using tools like ultrasound and MRI for those at higher risk or with dense breast tissue. Screening must be inclusive, regardless of age, race, gender, or postcode.","additional_details":"Every year, thousands under 50 are diagnosed with breast cancer in the UK - many at later stages. Lowering the screening age to 40 would align us with countries like the U.S. and Australia and could lead to earlier diagnoses, less aggressive treatment, and more lives saved. Many at higher risk or with dense breast tissue struggle to access the right diagnostic tools early enough. Everyone - regardless of age, race, gender, or background - deserves an equal chance at early detection and survival.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":9,"created_at":"2025-09-30T08:05:27.614Z","updated_at":"2025-10-21T15:52:25.516Z","rejected_at":"2025-10-21T15:52:17.335Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-09-30T08:57:30.000Z","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":{"code":"duplicate","details":"You may wish to sign the following petition, which calls for similar action:\r\n\r\nLower the age for invites to regular mammograms to 40 & perform annually\r\nhttps://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/742179"},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":742952,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/742952.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Introduce mandatory prostate cancer testing for all men in the UK","background":"The Government should introduce a mandatory national programme of prostate cancer testing for all men over 50, or younger if at higher risk, using PSA blood tests supported by MRI and other diagnostic tools where appropriate.","additional_details":"Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in UK men, with 52,000 diagnoses and 12,000 deaths each year. \r\n\r\nCurrently there is no national screening programme, and access to PSA testing and MRI varies by region. Mandatory testing would end this postcode lottery, ensure equal access, and save lives through earlier detection and treatment. \r\n\r\nAny fears or concerns surrounding the accuracy of the current PSA test can be allayed by current trials underway for a more accurate one in due course.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":21,"created_at":"2025-09-24T07:04:16.327Z","updated_at":"2025-10-13T15:31:58.105Z","rejected_at":"2025-10-13T15:31:56.005Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-09-24T07:55:30.000Z","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":{"code":"duplicate","details":"You may wish to sign the following petition, which calls for similar action:\r\n\r\nReview and fund improved detection and diagnosis of prostate cancer\r\nhttps://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/728751"},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":742689,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/742689.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Increase Funding on Cancer Research For Diagnosis And Treatment","background":"Spend more on the NHS and cancer research foundations to treat and diagnose cancer in the UK","additional_details":"I have many family members who have had to experience bad treatment and long diagnosis wait times.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":6,"created_at":"2025-09-22T14:17:38.196Z","updated_at":"2025-10-23T11:17:08.201Z","rejected_at":"2025-10-23T11:17:05.583Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-09-30T14:32:20.000Z","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":{"code":"duplicate","details":"The following petition calls for a similar action: \r\n\r\nIncrease funding for NHS cancer care to make patients access treatments quicker\r\nhttps://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/743042"},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":741663,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/741663.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Reform the Cancer Act 1939 to Allow Safe, Evidence‑Based Alternatives","background":"Action Requested\r\n\r\nAmend Section 4 of the Cancer Act to allow regulated, evidence‑based non‑pharmaceutical cancer treatments to be publicly shared.","additional_details":"The Cancer Act 1939 bans advertising any cancer treatment, even those backed by credible research. This silences innovation, blocks patient access to information, & prevents doctors from discussing holistic or repurposed therapies. It also denies patients the “Right to Try” — restricting access to repurposed drugs, herbal & naturopathic remedies that may offer hope when conventional options fail. We call for reform to protect choice, enable safe innovation, & bring the Act into the 21st century.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":10,"created_at":"2025-09-18T18:13:42.490Z","updated_at":"2025-10-09T10:20:13.834Z","rejected_at":"2025-10-09T10:20:06.740Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-09-18T21:07:40.000Z","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":{"code":"duplicate","details":"You may wish to sign this petition which calls for the same action:\r\n\r\nAmend law to allow advertisement of cancer treatments in clinical trail stage \r\nhttps://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/740446"},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":740432,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/740432.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Increase Government Funding for Access to Weight Loss Medications on the NHS","background":"We urge the government to increase funding for NHS access to weight loss medications. Obesity is a growing crisis—these treatments save lives, reduce long-term health costs, and support those struggling to lose weight through other means.","additional_details":"We urge the government to increase funding for greater NHS access to effective weight loss medications. Obesity is a growing public health crisis linked to serious conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. While new treatments are available, access through the NHS is extremely limited, leaving many without support. Wider access will improve health outcomes, save lives, reduce long-term NHS costs, and ensure fair and equal treatment for all, regardless of income.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":6,"created_at":"2025-09-08T05:02:04.777Z","updated_at":"2025-09-30T09:10:24.237Z","rejected_at":"2025-09-30T09:10:22.673Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-09-09T11:11:00.000Z","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":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":"The following petition calls for a similar action: \r\n\r\nSubsidise private weight loss prescriptions to reduce obesity and health costs \r\nhttps://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/738546"},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"petition","id":738628,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/738628.json"},"attributes":{"action":"Publics vote of no confidence in the current Labour Government","background":"Undertake a dissolution, so that a democratic general election can form.","additional_details":"The country is in an absolutely awful state. This government has shown zero leadership and has gone back on every single promise made in the last general election. The country is increasing its debt, whilst rising its taxes on working people who contribute to this country and make it Great Britain! The solutions are obvious, but there is absolutely no will or desire to cut away the cancer that is draining money and resources from this country and making us poorer.\r\n\r\nEnough is Enough.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":8,"created_at":"2025-08-21T08:56:24.517Z","updated_at":"2025-09-01T16:54:29.968Z","rejected_at":"2025-09-01T16:54:28.511Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-08-21T10:53:30.000Z","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":{"code":"duplicate","details":"You may wish to sign this petition which calls for a similar action: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/727309"},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}}]}