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Closed petition Hold a General Election if 5% of the voting population ask for it

Respect ultimate authority of General Public to force a General Election.

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At present, an unpopular Government can hold out for 5 years until the public get a vote.

This petition closed early because of a General Election Find out more on the Petitions Committee website

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10,000

Date closed 30 May 2024
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Closed petition Hold a General Election if 5% of the voting population ask for it