Rejected petition Introduce a PM recall system to the UK

Introduce a PM recall system allowing the public to trigger a re-election if the Prime Minister loses significant public support, ensuring accountability and democratic choice between elections.

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Citizens currently have no direct way to remove an unpopular Prime Minister between elections. A recall system would allow a petition for re-election to trigger a no-confidence vote, requiring 1 million signatures on the petition and at least 65% public turnout on the vote, strengthening democratic accountability and giving the public a real voice.

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You may wish to sign these petitions, which call for similar action:

"Give the British Public the Right to Vote No Confidence in the Government" https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/734311

"Pass a law that triggers an early General Election via a public petition" https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/739383

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Date submitted 8 October 2025
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