Other lists of petitions
Petitions with a Government response
999 petitions
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Allow students to be taken out of school for two weeks a year without penalty
Government responded – 9 May 2024
Regular school attendance is vital for attainment, wellbeing and development. We are clear pupils should not miss school for term-time holidays, which cause disruption to teachers and other pupils.
246,137 signatures
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Make hedgehog surveys & mitigation measures compulsory for all new developments.
Government responded – 8 May 2024
Defra is working to incorporate nature into development reforms including how planning policy can promote the inclusion of nature-friendly elements, such as hedgehog highways.
10,837 signatures
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Enact legislation to make 'psychologist' a protected title
Government responded – 7 May 2024
The Government has no plans to make the professional title “psychologist” a protected title. However, our regulatory reform programme, which is underway, will consider protected titles more broadly.
11,768 signatures
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Call for an immediate ceasefire in Israel and Gaza
Government responded – 3 May 2024
The fastest way to end the conflict is to secure a deal which gets hostages out and allows for a pause in the fighting, then to work with partners to turn that into a sustainable, permanent ceasefire.
10,055 signatures
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Increase Carer’s Allowance to equal 35 hours at 50% of the living wage.
Government responded – 2 May 2024
Carer’s Allowance is a benefit that provides some financial recognition that a carer may not be able to work full-time. It is part of a range of support based on individual needs, rather than a wage.
13,866 signatures
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Require videogame publishers to keep games they have sold in a working state
Government responded – 2 May 2024
Those selling games must comply with UK consumer law. They must provide clear information and allow continued access to games if sold on the understanding that they will remain playable indefinitely.
19,106 signatures
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Fast track benefits as soon as someone is diagnosed as terminally ill
Government responded – 1 May 2024
The 12-month eligibility criteria improves access to benefits for those nearing the end of life and aligns with the NHS definition. All eligible benefit claims are paid as fast as possible.
13,827 signatures
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Create a new body to regulate service charges for residential property
Government responded – 1 May 2024
Leaseholders have rights to challenge their service charges; the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill contains measures to empower leaseholders to scrutinise and challenge unreasonable charges.
16,646 signatures
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Allow Ofsted registered childminders to receive funding for related children
Government responded – 25 April 2024
The 2006 Childcare Act prohibits childminders from receiving funding for related children because the definition of childcare excludes care provided for a child by a relatives and parents.
10,709 signatures
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Exempt all state pensions and benefits from income tax
Government responded – 25 April 2024
The tax treatment of social security benefits is based on the type of payment and why it is provided. Generally, benefits that are designed to replace income are taxable, including the State Pension.
22,231 signatures
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Implement Affirmative Consent for Sexual Activity
Government responded – 24 April 2024
We have no plans to amend the law on consent. It is long established, well understood by courts, police, practitioners and the public, and provides victims with effective protection from sexual abuse.
11,259 signatures
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Negotiate UK-wide recognition of older person's bus passes
Government responded – 23 April 2024
The concessionary travel scheme is restricted to England as it is primarily intended to support local bus travel. Therefore, there are no plans to introduce mutual recognition of the separate schemes.
15,476 signatures
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Introduce new restrictions on solar facilities to protect land and food security
Government responded – 22 April 2024
Government recognises that solar projects impact local areas. Our planning system considers these against the need to secure a clean energy future and protect our most productive agricultural land.
16,116 signatures
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Introduce new legal requirements for vets prior to euthanasia of dogs & cats
Government responded – 19 April 2024
Vets are already required to scan a dog’s microchip prior to euthanasia where they consider it is not necessary on health or welfare grounds and check for alternative contacts.
21,989 signatures
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Let airlines allow pets in the airplane’s cabin to and from the UK
Government responded – 19 April 2024
All pets entering Great Britain must be checked to ensure compliance with our import requirements. To facilitate these checks pets travelling by air to GB are required to travel as ‘manifest cargo’.
12,410 signatures
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Raise the personal tax allowance to £15,000
Government responded – 19 April 2024
The Government has nearly doubled the Personal Allowance since 2010, ensuring the lowest earners pay no income tax. As with all tax policy, the Government keeps the Personal Allowance under review.
21,903 signatures
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Exclude telegraph poles from permitted development legislation
Government responded – 19 April 2024
The Government wants the planning system to support the infrastructure needed for nationwide gigabit-capable broadband coverage by 2030 and is seeking to ensure these rights are used appropriately.
10,453 signatures
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Require broadcasters to call proscribed terrorist organisations terrorists
Government responded – 18 April 2024
Ofcom rules ensure broadcast news must be reported with due accuracy and impartiality. The Government is committed to a free media. It would not be right to dictate the language that journalists use.
13,108 signatures
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Increase investment in Speech and Language Therapy.
Government responded – 18 April 2024
This government has increased investment in the NHS since 2019 in real terms. Systems are developing plans to reduce waits and we are committed to growing the Speech and Language Therapy workforce.
12,687 signatures
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Provide funding for STI screening at the beginning of a pregnancy
Government responded – 17 April 2024
Currently the NHS offers screening at around 10 weeks’ gestation for three infections that can be sexually transmitted – HIV, syphilis and Hepatitis B.
30,467 signatures
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Ban the sale of used power tools at car boot sales and markets
Government responded – 17 April 2024
The Government has no plans for such a sales ban, but recognises the impact of this crime, and is consulting on how new law and other crime prevention measures can best protect a van and its contents.
40,450 signatures
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Introduce economic sanctions on Israel
Government responded – 16 April 2024
We support Israel’s security, but it must comply with International Humanitarian Law. We need an immediate stop in fighting to get aid in and hostages out, then progress to a sustainable ceasefire.
10,936 signatures
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Call on Hamas to unconditionally surrender and return all the hostages
Government responded – 12 April 2024
Hamas should release all hostages now, unconditionally. We have been working with partners across the region to secure the release of hostages, including British nationals and their families.
12,306 signatures
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Allow those already in the UK switching to care visa to bring dependants
Government responded – 9 April 2024
Those switching to the care visa as care workers are no longer permitted to have dependants with them. The Government values the work of this sector, and existing care visa holders are protected.
11,863 signatures
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Allow people to stay in the UK if their employer’s sponsor license is withdrawn
Government responded – 9 April 2024
Sponsored work visas allow people into the UK for a set period of time to do specific jobs for a sponsor. Linking visas to sponsors provides safeguards but migrants are free to apply on another basis.
16,706 signatures
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Require all dogs to be on a lead when on public pavements
Government responded – 9 April 2024
We have no plans to require all dogs to be on a lead on public pavements. It is already an offence under Section 3 of the Dangerous Dogs Act for any dog to be dangerously out of control in any place.
13,234 signatures
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Add a mobility element to Attendance Allowance
Government responded – 5 April 2024
1.4 million people are receiving Attendance Allowance worth £6 billion a year. Those who develop mobility needs in later life are able to spend this benefit on mobility aids if they wish.
14,091 signatures
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Hold a statutory public inquiry into Gender Identity Ideology and Queer Theory
Government responded – 4 April 2024
Biological sex clearly exists and matters. There are processes in place for those who wish to change their legal sex. A statutory public inquiry is unnecessary given Government action in this area.
12,129 signatures
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Reduce Vehicle Tax for cars aged between 20 and 40 years old
Government responded – 19 April 2024
The Government has no plans to reduce the tax exemption age for classic cars from 40 to 20 years. While the Government keeps all taxes under review, we consider 40 years a fair cut-off date.
13,028 signatures
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Provide all pensioners born before April 1951 with the new State Pension
Government responded – 28 March 2024
The Government has no plans to provide all pensioners born before 6 April 1951 with the new State Pension.
13,204 signatures
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Make the sale of catapults/ammunition and carrying catapults in public illegal
Government responded – 27 March 2024
Existing legislation provides the correct balance between protecting wildlife from the small number of individuals who misuse catapults, whilst also allowing the public to enjoy legitimate pastimes.
11,562 signatures
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Review the brightness of car headlights for safety
Government responded – 27 March 2024
The Government has taken action internationally to address concerns raised about headlamp glare. Recognising the need for further evidence, we intend to commission independent research shortly.
13,890 signatures
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Fund breast cancer screening from the age of 40
Government responded – 20 March 2024
Women 50-71 are invited to breast screening every three years. Research is being undertaken to review the effects of expanding the age range. The UK NSC will consider the findings when this concludes.
11,811 signatures
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Review how to turn MHRA into a fully transparent, patient first regulator
Government responded – 20 March 2024
Patient safety is the MHRA’s highest priority. There are no plans to review the MHRA, including its accountability, approval processes or its monitoring of the safety of products.
12,854 signatures
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Ban smartphones and camera phones for under 16s
Government responded – 15 March 2024
The government is committed to making the UK the safest place to be a child online, as evidenced by the Online Safety Act. We are focused on implementing the regime as soon as possible.
23,658 signatures
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Introduce a progressive licensing system for young drivers under the age of 25
Government responded – 13 March 2024
Whilst there are no published plans to introduce tougher restrictions on new drivers, the Department keeps driving licensing requirements under review.
23,222 signatures
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Don’t ban flavoured e-liquids for e-cigarettes
Government responded – 12 March 2024
To address the rise in youth vaping, vape flavours that appeal to children will be restricted. We will consult further, being mindful of the role flavours can play in supporting adult smokers quit.
53,645 signatures
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Legally pardon those convicted in Great Britain for offences of witchcraft
Government responded – 6 March 2024
The Government acknowledges the historic injustices of people accused of witchcraft between the 16th and 18th centuries. However, there are no plans to legislate to pardon those who were convicted.
13,157 signatures
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Review the MOD's New Accommodation Offer for armed forces personnel
Government responded – 6 March 2024
The Government is committed to widening military accommodation entitlement, but we have listened to feedback and paused elements of the policy related to Service Family Accommodation pending a review.
20,636 signatures
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Immediately revoke all licences for arms exports to Israel
Government responded – 5 March 2024
HM Government takes its export control responsibilities very seriously and rigorously assesses every application on a case-by-case basis against the Strategic Export Licensing Criteria.
46,928 signatures
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Ensure sex workers are not excluded from banking services
Government responded – 4 March 2024
HM Treasury has designated the largest current account providers to offer basic bank accounts – personal current accounts with no overdraft or fees – to eligible UK residents with no bank account.
11,286 signatures
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Home fee status for BN(O) students after 3 years continuous stay in the UK
Government responded – 4 March 2024
Hong Kong BN(O) visa holders will qualify for home fees once they have acquired settled status in the UK.
14,713 signatures
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Do not allow original wills to be destroyed after 25 years
Government responded – 1 March 2024
Possible reforms to the storage and preservation of wills are being consulted on, no decisions have been taken as yet, and a response will be published later this year.
15,415 signatures
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Create a pet task force to seek to reduce number of pets being put to sleep
Government responded – 1 March 2024
We have no plans to create a pet task force. Defra already works closely with stakeholders to monitor the full range of animal welfare issues.
10,473 signatures
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Close the borders! Suspend ALL immigration for 5 years.
Government responded – 27 February 2024
The Government has implemented the most significant measures in a generation to reduce legal migration and end illegal migration; however, suspending immigration entirely would harm the UK’s economy.
41,626 signatures
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For the United Kingdom to recognise the state of Palestine immediately
Government responded – 27 February 2024
We must give Palestinians a credible political pathway and irreversible momentum towards the establishment of Palestine. We will recognise a Palestinian State when most conducive to the peace process.
12,574 signatures
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Require jurors in rape trials to complete mandatory training on rape myths
Government responded – 23 February 2024
In rape trials, judges are permitted to give directions to jurors to counter any potential misconceptions. Guidance and training for jurors are a matter for the judiciary and the Judicial College.
10,950 signatures
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Create a national strategy to end youth homelessness
Government responded – 22 February 2024
Government is committed to tackling homelessness and ending rough sleeping for good. Our strategy is backed by over £2bn over 3 years. Tackling youth homelessness is critical to this strategy.
15,334 signatures
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Hold a parliamentary vote on assisted dying
Government responded – 22 February 2024
It remains the Government’s view that any change to the law in this sensitive area is a matter for Parliament to decide.
210,750 signatures
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Make financial education compulsory in all schools from primary age
Government responded – 21 February 2024
Financial education is a vital life skill and is already compulsory in the national curriculum for citizenship (at Key Stages 3 and 4) and within mathematics (Key Stages 1 to 4).
12,518 signatures