Rejected petition: Make the 29th each month UK Day of Community Restoration to unite communities
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Communities across the UK face rising division, isolation, and loss of connection. A monthly Day of Community Restoration would create a regular opportunity for people to unite, take positive action, and rebuild trust, belonging, and compassion in neighbourhoods nationwide.
Loneliness affects 25% of UK adults, with 7% (3.8m) experiencing it often or always. Young adults are most affected, with 40% feeling lonely at least some of the time. Loneliness damages mental and physical health, increases risk of depression and illness, and weakens community resilience. A monthly Day of Community Restoration would create regular opportunities for people to connect, collaborate, and build trust, improving wellbeing, unity, and pride in communities nationwide.
Why was this petition rejected?
It’s about something that the UK Government or Parliament is not directly responsible for.
The UK Government and Parliament are not in charge of designating specific national days, this is usually done by charities or other organisations.
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