Petitions with a Government response

1. Provide funding to preserve and protect cemeteries around the UK.

   Government responded – 9 October 2025

   Local authority cemeteries are managed by councils, who set budgets and make service decisions locally. Privately owned cemeteries operate independently and are maintained by their respective owners.

   10,857 signatures

2. Deport all illegal migrants in the United Kingdom

   Government responded – 7 October 2025

   The Government agrees that maximising the return of those unlawfully in the UK is essential to strengthening border security and restoring order to the asylum and immigration system.

   16,427 signatures

3. Ban payment processors stopping services based on objections to legal content

   Government responded – 6 October 2025

   Payment processors are able to choose who they process payments for, subject to any relevant requirements. The Government has no plans to intervene in those commercial decisions.

   13,472 signatures

4. Invest in brain cancer and give rights – turn terminal into treatable

   Government responded – 3 October 2025

   Every brain cancer diagnosis has life-changing impact on patients and their families. Research is vital to ensure people can get the most effective cutting-edge treatments and highest quality care.

   46,938 signatures

5. Do not introduce Digital ID cards

   Government responded – 2 October 2025

   We will introduce a digital ID within this Parliament to help tackle illegal migration, make accessing government services easier, and enable wider efficiencies. We will consult on details soon.

   2,984,193 signatures

6. Use Proportional Representation at the next General Election

   Government responded – 1 October 2025

   The Government has no plans to change the voting system for UK Parliamentary Elections.

   47,976 signatures

7. Set out a pro-innovation strategy for blockchain and stablecoins

   Government responded – 29 September 2025

   The government published its Wholesale Digital Markets Strategy in July and will bring forward legislation for a financial services regulatory regime for cryptoassets this year.

   59,461 signatures

8. Give State Pension to all at 60 and increase it to equal 48hrs of Living Wage

   Government responded – 29 September 2025

   The Government has no plans to make the State Pension available from the age of 60 or for it to equal 48 hours a week at the National Living Wage.

   19,992 signatures

9. Fund more staff training and better facilities in psychiatric hospitals

   Government responded – 29 September 2025

   We are committed to ensuring the NHS has the right people, in the right places, to care for patients when they need it. We are also improving mental health inpatient accommodation.

   10,400 signatures

10. Ensure plurality of political coverage across UK broadcast media at all times

    Government responded – 22 September 2025

    Ofcom rules ensure that broadcast news must be reported with due accuracy and impartiality. The Government is committed to a free media and has no plans to extend rules which apply during elections.

    17,051 signatures

11. Leave the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR)

    Government responded – 22 September 2025

    To achieve the Government’s goals to protect the UK’s border security and restore order to the asylum system, our priority should be to review the way the ECHR is interpreted, not withdraw from it.

    23,671 signatures

12. Formal support framework for families of murdered British citizens overseas

    Government responded – 22 September 2025

    We are committed to supporting families of UK nationals bereaved by murder abroad and are consulting widely on potential improvements to that support, including statutory and non-statutory options.

    22,092 signatures

13. Stop the double tax (IHT & Income Tax) of pension funds & death benefits

    Government responded – 18 September 2025

    More than 90 per cent of estates will still pay no inheritance tax each year. The Government is continuing to incentivise pensions for their intended purpose of funding retirement.

    25,615 signatures

14. Withdraw the Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill

    Government responded – 16 September 2025

    The Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill puts in place a package of support to drive high and rising standards throughout our education and care systems so that every child can achieve and thrive.

    166,496 signatures

15. Fund Free TV licences for all pensioners.

    Government responded – 15 September 2025

    There are a number of TV licence concessions available, including for over-75s in receipt of pension credit. There is no BBC concession to provide free TV licences for all pensioners at this time.

    15,986 signatures

16. Grant Cornwall nation status

    Government responded – 15 September 2025

    Government policy is to grant greater powers and ensure preservation of local culture, heritage and language through empowered Mayors of Strategic Authorities.

    24,011 signatures

17. Make the Armed Forces pension tax free

    Government responded – 15 September 2025

    The government hugely values the service of our armed forces but currently has no plans to make Armed Forces pensions tax free at age 60

    30,542 signatures

18. Review and fund improved detection and diagnosis of prostate cancer

    Government responded – 12 September 2025

    The Government has no current plans to require PSA blood tests to be proactively offered to men at highest risk of prostate cancer, because the evidence does not support this.

    14,374 signatures

19. Require the use of sexed language in government-funded health communications

    Government responded – 5 September 2025

    DHSC’s longstanding position is that health information should be as clear as possible and language should be used that appropriately reflects sex as defined in the Equality Act 2010.

    12,139 signatures

20. Give the British Public the Right to Vote No Confidence in the Government

    Government responded – 4 September 2025

    The Government holds office by virtue of being able to command the confidence of the House of Commons, whose members are elected by the public. There are no plans to change these arrangements.

    117,699 signatures

21. Make it statutory guidance not to remove break-times for neurodivergent children

    Government responded – 25 September 2025

    It is for school leaders to implement a behaviour policy that works for their school. We will back headteachers to deliver high standards of behaviour within an inclusive mainstream schools system.

    43,542 signatures

22. Don't introduce unique child identifier and increased home education regulation

    Government responded – 2 September 2025

    The government is committed to introducing a unique child identifier and register of children not in school to promote and support children’s education and welfare.

    10,693 signatures

23. Recognise Palestine as a State and seek immediate ceasefire in Gaza

    Government responded – 1 September 2025

    Since day one, this Government has been clear that we need an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. The UK intends to recognise the state of Palestine by the time of the UN General Assembly in September.

    17,800 signatures

24. Make it an offence for a person's dog to kill another pet and prosecute owners

    Government responded – 1 September 2025

    The police and local authorities already have a range of powers available to tackle dangerous dogs and irresponsible dog ownership, including in instances where a dog attacks another animal.

    61,701 signatures

25. Allow Veterans who left before 1987 to claim compensation for hearing loss.

    Government responded – 1 September 2025

    There are no plans to remove crown immunity for claims against the MOD for those that left Service before 1987. These veterans are entitled to make a claim under the War Pension Scheme.

    18,429 signatures

26. Change the ‘grey belt’ definition in the National Planning Policy Framework

    Government responded – 1 September 2025

    The government has no plans to change the definition of grey belt in the National Planning Policy Framework, the targeted release of which is essential to deliver the development our country needs.

    42,142 signatures

27. Allow Parliament to remove the London Mayor

    Government responded – 1 September 2025

    The government has no plans to hold a referendum on changing the process by which the Mayor of London can be removed from office.

    39,231 signatures

28. Introduce Statutory Menstrual Leave for People with Endometriosis & Adenomyosis

    Government responded – 20 August 2025

    The Government has no plans to introduce menstrual leave for those with endometriosis or adenomyosis. We know the hardship they cause. Our employment rights reforms will help manage health at work.

    76,261 signatures

29. Urgently regulate e-scooters

    Government responded – 13 August 2025

    Private e-scooters are illegal to use on public roads and the Government is taking action against mis-selling and illegal use. Rentals within national trials face strict requirements.

    31,487 signatures

30. Add Sickle Cell Disease to NHS Prescription Charge Exemption List

    Government responded – 11 August 2025

    The Government has no current plans to add sickle cell disease to the medical exemption list. Extensive arrangements are in place in England to ensure that prescriptions are affordable for everyone.

    34,448 signatures

31. Call an immediate general election

    Government responded – 11 August 2025

    This Government was elected on a mandate of change at the July 2024 general election. Our full focus is on fixing the foundations, rebuilding Britain, and restoring public confidence in government.

    1,059,231 signatures

32. Increase regulation of parking signage

    Government responded – 11 August 2025

    Local authorities manage parking signs and machines and appeals are possible. The Government sees no need to change current sign regulations.

    15,649 signatures

33. Impose economic sanctions on Israel.

    Government responded – 8 August 2025

    The UK suspended trade talks, reviewed bilateral ties, imposed sanctions, and continues to push for a ceasefire, aid access, and a peaceful resolution to the Gaza conflict.

    17,167 signatures

34. Urgently fulfil humanitarian obligations to Gaza

    Government responded – 8 August 2025

    The UK is funding aid, supporting air drops and evacuations, urging Israel to ease restrictions, and pressing for safe, large-scale UN-led aid delivery via land into Gaza.

    198,966 signatures

35. Immediately stop all arms exports to Israel & seek ceasefire in Gaza

    Government responded – 6 August 2025

    The UK’s priorities are an immediate Gaza ceasefire, hostages out, aid at scale, and a long-term political solution. As announced, we’ve stopped relevant exports for military use in Gaza.

    67,305 signatures

36. The UK should start talks on forming a CANZUK union

    Government responded – 6 August 2025

    The UK has no plans for a CANZUK union but values close ties with Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, collaborating on trade, security, and global issues through existing partnerships.

    10,407 signatures

37. Legislate for a council tax discount for all pensioners

    Government responded – 6 August 2025

    The Government requires councils to provide council tax support so the lowest-income pensioners do not pay council tax. There are no plans for a mandatory council tax discount for all pensioners.

    11,201 signatures

38. Introduce a ‘School Allergy Safety Bill’ to Protect School Pupils with Allergies

    Government responded – 5 August 2025

    We do not believe the School Allergy Safety Bill is necessary because in the autumn we plan to bring forward proposals for supporting pupils with medical conditions, including allergies.

    13,967 signatures

39. Lower bowel cancer screening age to 30 & funding for investigation of symptoms

    Government responded – 1 August 2025

    The Government has no plans to lower the bowel cancer screening age to 30. There is a lack of evidence that the benefits of doing so would outweigh the harms.

    12,286 signatures

40. Make Play and Continuous Provision statutory in England's Key Stage 1 Curriculum

    Government responded – 1 August 2025

    We recognise play is critical to children’s wellbeing and development which is why the Department is working to make sure that all children have access to these enrichment opportunities at school.

    106,082 signatures

41. Mandatory collection and publication of certain child sexual offender data

    Government responded – 5 December 2025

    The Government is already taking action to increase the collection and transparency of data on the demographic characteristics of individuals responsible for group-based child sexual exploitation.

    260,975 signatures

42. Repeal the Online Safety Act

    Government responded – 28 July 2025

    The Government is working with Ofcom to ensure that online in-scope services are subject to robust but proportionate regulation through the effective implementation of the Online Safety Act 2023.

    550,137 signatures

43. Add hedgehogs to schedule 5 of the Wildlife & Countryside Act 1981

    Government responded – 25 July 2025

    There are no plans to add hedgehogs to Schedule 5 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981.

    14,993 signatures

44. Make the state pension tax exempt

    Government responded – 12 September 2025

    Exempting the State Pension from income tax would be expensive and add complexity to the tax system.

    17,129 signatures

45. Legally Require All Job Listings to Show Salaries Upfront

    Government responded – 22 July 2025

    Whilst there is no immediate plan to require job listings to show salaries, we are currently considering responses to a Call for Evidence on equality law which included questions on pay transparency.

    10,199 signatures

46. Support newly qualified nurses: Review barriers to NHS jobs

    Government responded – 21 July 2025

    While recruitment decisions are a matter for individual employers, NHS England is working with employers, universities and nursing leads to support graduates to find roles as soon as possible.

    90,102 signatures

47. Make it a crime to purposely delay ringing the emergency services

    Government responded – 21 July 2025

    Currently, the Government has no plans to legislate to make it a crime to delay calling emergency services during a medical emergency.

    10,385 signatures

48. Restart issuing oil and gas licenses in the North Sea

    Government responded – 17 July 2025

    We will not issue licences to explore new fields, whilst managing existing fields for the entirety of their lifespan. We will boost Britain’s energy security and ensure good, long-term jobs.

    10,565 signatures

49. Funding so all infants are offered Type 1 Diabetes Testing in routine care

    Government responded – 17 July 2025

    NHS England provides diabetes care in children. Due to insufficient evidence supporting routine mandatory testing for paediatric type 1 diabetes it has no plans to introduce this at the current time.

    121,152 signatures

50. Reduce the minimum retirement age for Prison Officers to 60

    Government responded – 14 July 2025

    The Lord Chancellor has requested advice from officials on the complex issue of pension age of prison officers, and we will continue to engage with trade unions as this is considered.

    12,713 signatures

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