{"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/780046.json"},"data":{"type":"petition","id":780046,"attributes":{"action":"Create a fairer approach to term-time absences and family holidays.","background":"We call on the Government to urgently review the current rules surrounding term-time absences and penalty notices, and create a fairer, more balanced system that protects children’s education whilst also recognising children’s wellbeing, family life and the value of learning beyond the classroom.","additional_details":"We ask the Government to review term-time absence rules and create a fairer approach for responsible families. We support education and good attendance, but the current system does not always recognise individual circumstances. Children learn both in and outside the classroom through culture, travel and life experiences. Families should not face fear or penalties for occasional absences where children are thriving and attendance is strong. A balanced system should support education and wellbeing","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":9,"created_at":"2026-08-19T21:03:22.595Z","updated_at":"2026-09-15T17:40:18.787Z","rejected_at":"2026-09-15T17:40:18.790Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-08-19T21:31:10.000Z","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":"no-action","details":"We are not clear what action you would like the UK Government or Parliament to take, as you have not set out what would constitute a fairer approach.\r\n\r\nYou may wish to sign this open petition:\r\n\r\nStudents with 90%+ attendance to be able to go on holiday during term time\r\nhttps://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/761047\r\n"},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}}}