{"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/757174.json"},"data":{"type":"petition","id":757174,"attributes":{"action":"Tighter control and ban the use of artificial flavouring and colouring in food.","background":"Change policy and to treat artifical flavouring and colours like allergens on food labelling.","additional_details":"Carcinogenicity:Some flavorings, like certain smoke flavorings in the EU and chemicals.\r\nGenotoxicity: Substances that damage DNA (genotoxic) are a major concern.\r\nADHD & Allergies:Artificial colors and flavors have been suspected of causing hyperactivity and allergic reactions, particularly in children.\r\nNeurological & Metabolic Issues:Research suggests potential links between artificial additives and long-term health problems, including neurological disorders.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":10,"created_at":"2026-01-15T09:28:24.584Z","updated_at":"2026-02-17T11:25:05.077Z","rejected_at":"2026-02-17T11:24:57.313Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-01-15T10:40:50.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":null,"rejection":{"code":"no-action","details":"Petitions need to call on the Government or Parliament to take a specific action.\r\n\r\nWe're not sure exactly what you'd like the Government or Parliament to do. Asking for a ban contradicts the ask to treat artifical flavouring and colours like allergens on food labelling. We are therefore not sure which approach you want to take.\r\n\r\nYou could start a new petition explaining clearly what you would like the Government or Parliament to do."},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}}}