This petition was submitted during the 2015–2017 Conservative government
Rejected petition Move the General Election to after the CPS have decided whether to prosecute MPs
The CPS are currently decided whether or not to prosecute MPs for breaking spending restrictions under election laws. There are a reported 20 Conservative MPs who are under review. The British people should know the full details of the alleged electoral crimes before going to the polls this year.
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This petition was rejected
Why was this petition rejected?
It’s not clear what the petition is asking the UK Government or Parliament to do.
Her Majesty the Queen has made a proclamation setting Thursday 8 June as the date of the election. Once a proclamation like this has been made, the date of the election can’t be changed.
You can see the proclamation here:
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