Rejected petition Emotional support animals should have the same rights as service animals.

The UK government needs to recognise emotional support animals as assistant animals. The government should grant them the same rights as service animals under the Equality Act 2010. This includes access to public places, transportation, and housing, among other rights.

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Emotional support animals provide significant mental health benefits to their owners, helping them manage anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions.
Recognising emotional support animals under the Equality Act 2010 will ensure that individuals who rely on these animals for emotional support are not discriminated against.
This change will provide necessary support to individuals with mental health conditions and promote a more inclusive society.

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Daisy Companion Law: Give emotional support animals equal status to service dogs
https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/723619

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Date submitted 2 April 2025
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