Petition Allow under 16s to work full time

Remove the current hour limit of 12 hours per week while keeping the current safeguards.

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The current hour cap harms young people's ability to earn a decent wage.

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Created by Ethan Henstridge
Deadline 15 June 2026 All petitions run for 6 months
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