{"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/777972.json"},"data":{"type":"petition","id":777972,"attributes":{"action":"Firefighters face disciplinary action after little boy with cancer goes in truck","background":"Firefighters should be encouraged, not punished for showing kindness and compassion.","additional_details":"As someone who has worked with children for over 10 years, I have seen how much joy simple experiences like sitting in a fire engine can bring. For generations, firefighters have been seen as caring, approachable role models who inspire children and strengthen community trust.\r\n\r\nWhile safety policies are important, there should also be room for common sense and compassion, especially when a small act of kindness creates a lifelong memory for a child facing serious illness.\r\n\r\nDisciplining firefighters for gestures like this risks discouraging the very qualities the public values most: kindness, empathy, and community spirit. We call on Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service to review its approach and ensure that compassion remains at the heart of public service.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":6,"created_at":"2026-07-23T18:28:51.856Z","updated_at":"2026-08-10T16:25:48.980Z","rejected_at":"2026-08-10T16:25:47.370Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-07-23T21:53:20.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_on":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":null,"rejection":{"code":"irrelevant","details":"You could ask your MP to take action on your concerns about this issue, including by asking them to present a public (paper) petition about this.\r\n\r\nYou can find contact details for your local MP here: https://members.parliament.uk/FindYourMP\r\n\r\nAnd you can find out how to ask your MP to present a public (paper) petition here: https://www.parliament.uk/get-involved/sign-a-petition/paper-petitions/\r\n\r\nYou could also raise your issue with a local councillor who represents you. You can use this page to find out who your local councillors are, and how to contact them: https://www.gov.uk/find-your-local-councillors\r\n"},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}}}