This petition was submitted during the 2019 to 2024 Parliament
Rejected petition Stop the use of the phrase, "people of colour" as it is segregational.
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The use of the phrase "people of colour" is segregational as it could be interpreted to mean that the non "people of colour", are "people of colourless". We are all beautiful human race and our diversity should unite us, not segregate us. UK government to consider banning the phrase in the UK media.
The UK government is a beacon of hope and a pacesetter in getting inclusion and diversity right. The government can do this to show the world that, when it comes to inclusion and diversity, UK is the best place to live in the world.
Why was this petition rejected?
It’s about something that the UK Government or Parliament is not directly responsible for.
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Decisions about what language to use, including in the media, are a matter for individuals, not the UK Government or Parliament.
TV, radio and on demand services in the UK are regulated by Ofcom, and if you would like to complain about media content you can do so here: https://www.ofcom.org.uk/complaints
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