Other lists of petitions
Petitions with a Government response
103 petitions
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Increase Carer's Allowance to equal minimum wage
Government responded – 11 March 2025
Carer’s Allowance provides some financial recognition that an unpaid 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.
11,299 signatures
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Make GCSE exams free for home educated children under 18
Government responded – 11 March 2025
Parents who home educate are fully responsible for that education, including costs of obtaining qualifications. We are introducing a duty on local authorities to give advice to those who request it.
13,235 signatures
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Fully Repeal the Gender Recognition Act
Government responded – 10 March 2025
The Government has no plans to repeal the Gender Recognition Act (2004).
14,229 signatures
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Reduce the ILR qualifying period from 5 years to 3 years for legal immigrants
Government responded – 7 March 2025
People can settle in the UK after a period of temporary permission. These periods may vary in specific instances; we keep policies under review but see no case to reduce the current five-year period.
46,514 signatures
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Change requirements for ILR for those who have graduated and worked for 3 years
Government responded – 7 March 2025
Settlement in the UK is a privilege. Those wishing to settle must show a contribution to the UK for a meaningful period, and we see no case to reduce the five year period required to demonstrate this.
14,189 signatures
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Allow BN(O)s ETA-free entry
Government responded – 7 March 2025
The Government reviewed this position and has decided to exempt BN(O) passport holders from requiring an ETA for travel to the UK. This will be kept under review in case of any indication of abuse.
12,186 signatures
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Ban immediately the use of dogs in scientific and regulatory procedures
Government responded – 5 March 2025
The government does not agree to the proposed immediate ban as international guidance still requires data from animal testing to ensure the safety of medicines and products before testing in humans.
248,177 signatures
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Tighten the rules on political donations
Government responded – 26 February 2025
The Government is committed to protecting our democracy by strengthening the rules around donations to political parties and is currently developing proposals to give effect to this commitment.
144,111 signatures
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Update the dangerous dogs act to specifically protect horses
Government responded – 25 February 2025
The police and local authorities already have a range of powers available to tackle dangerous dogs and irresponsible dog ownership, including dog attacks on other animals.
20,712 signatures
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Stop DWP repeating PIP assessments for disabled people
Government responded – 24 February 2025
Personal Independence Payment is based on needs and not condition. Award reviews are a key feature of the benefit and ensure that payments accurately match the current needs of claimants.
24,439 signatures
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Provide day 1 financial support to parents caring for a seriously ill child
Government responded – 24 February 2025
We recognise the difficulties faced by parents of ill children and a range of financial support is available. The government has no plans to introduce a day 1 non-means tested grant.
16,953 signatures
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Create path to Settlement for Ukrainians in the UK
Government responded – 24 February 2025
We recognise the Ukrainian government’s desire for the return of their citizens to help rebuild Ukraine when it is safe to do so. This is why the temporary Ukraine schemes do not lead to settlement.
35,834 signatures
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Raise the income tax personal allowance from £12,570 to £20,000
Government responded – 20 February 2025
The Government is committed to keeping taxes for working people as low as possible while ensuring fiscal responsibility.
281,792 signatures
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Require labelling of beef & dairy from cows fed with additives to reduce methane
Government responded – 19 February 2025
There are currently no rules requiring meat or dairy products to be labelled with details of animal feed, and the Government has no plans to introduce any.
37,127 signatures
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End the use of cages and crates for all farmed animals
Government responded – 17 February 2025
This Government was elected on a mandate to introduce the most ambitious plans to improve animal welfare in a generation. The use of cages and crates is an issue we are now considering very carefully.
107,041 signatures
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Review decision to cede sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius
Government responded – 13 February 2025
We achieved our primary objective in negotiations with Mauritius: to protect the future of the UK-US military base on Diego Garcia. The treaty will be put before Parliament for scrutiny and debate.
17,518 signatures
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Extend free bus travel for people over 60 in England
Government responded – 12 February 2025
The English National Concessionary Travel Scheme costs around £700 million annually. Any changes to the statutory scheme must be carefully considered for their impact on its financial sustainability.
96,155 signatures
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Do not stop transgender people from receiving care in mainstream hospital wards
Government responded – 11 February 2025
Following the General Election last year, the Government is considering next steps for the 10-year review of the NHS Constitution. An update to Parliament will be made in due course.
26,435 signatures
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Ban animal testing for human products and medicines
Government responded – 10 February 2025
The government does not agree to the proposed ban. The UK still requires data from animal testing to ensure the safety of medicines and products before testing in humans.
16,302 signatures
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Repeal the Climate Change Act 2008 and Net Zero targets
Government responded – 6 February 2025
There is no ‘two-sided’ debate on anthropogenic climate change. The Government’s policy to support ambitious action on climate change reflects the overwhelming scientific consensus.
21,323 signatures
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Reinstate release of certain serious offenders half-way through their sentence
Government responded – 6 February 2025
Release points are within the remit of the Sentencing Review and we will consider any recommendations from the review.
12,365 signatures
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Prohibit publishers irrevocably disabling video games they have already sold
Government responded – 3 February 2025
There are no plans to amend UK consumer law on disabling video games. Those selling games must comply with existing requirements in consumer law and we will continue to monitor this issue.
16,472 signatures
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Reverse Cadet Forces Funding Cuts by Min of Defence and the Dept of Education.
Government responded – 23 January 2025
Resource constraints have impacted across all areas of Education and Defence including support to Cadet activity. Cadet funding is kept under review and must be balanced against other priorities.
17,098 signatures
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Stop Means Testing Pensioners and increase the State Pension
Government responded – 27 January 2025
Our commitment to the Triple Lock throughout this Parliament will increase the State Pension by up to £1,900 a year by its end. The Government does not and will not means-test the State Pension.
14,562 signatures
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Abolish Non-Crime Hate Incidents
Government responded – 24 January 2025
The National Police Chiefs’ Council, supported by the College of Policing, are reviewing the use and effectiveness of non-crime hate incidents. The Government will await the outcome of this review.
34,967 signatures
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Close the borders! Suspend ALL immigration for 5 years!
Government responded – 17 January 2025
The Government is taking the tough action required to reduce both illegal immigration and overall net migration, without the economic damage that would come from suspending immigration entirely.
229,774 signatures
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Ban driven grouse shooting
Government responded – 16 January 2025
The Government has no plans to ban driven grouse shooting. It recognises well-managed grouse shooting can be an important part of a local rural economy, providing direct and indirect employment.
104,342 signatures
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Allow carers already in UK on sponsored visa to work for any CQC care provider
Government responded – 16 January 2025
Sponsorship is a vital part of the Points Based System, providing protection for workers. We have no plans to change this approach to offer people to work unsponsored in a sector.
11,542 signatures
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Give State Pension to all at 60 and increase it to equal 48hrs at Living Wage
Government responded – 16 January 2025
The Government has no plans to make State Pension available from the age of 60 or to increase State Pension to equal 48 hours of work a week at the National Living Wage.
27,456 signatures
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Hold a referendum to decide if the UK should leave the ECHR.
Government responded – 27 January 2025
This Government is fully committed to the ECHR and does not propose to support the holding of a referendum on UK membership.
21,730 signatures
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An independent evaluation of the Cass review on child gender services
Government responded – 14 January 2025
The Government and NHS England are fully committed to implementing all recommendations from the independent and evidence based Cass Review. We do not support an independent evaluation of the Review.
17,354 signatures
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Fund free TV licences for all pensioners
Government responded – 30 January 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.
54,270 signatures
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Raise the standard tax-free Personal Allowance to £45,000
Government responded – 3 February 2025
The Government has not extended the last Government’s freeze on personal tax thresholds, meaning from April 2028 working people will keep more of their earnings as thresholds will rise by inflation.
47,717 signatures
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End the Badger cull and adopt other approaches to bovine TB control
Government responded – 10 January 2025
Bovine TB has devastated British farmers and wildlife. Work has started on a new eradication strategy to drive down TB rates, protecting cattle and farmers’ livelihoods, and to end the badger cull.
102,459 signatures
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Ban non-stun slaughter in the UK
Government responded – 10 January 2025
The Government would prefer all animals to be stunned before slaughter. However, we respect the rights of Jews and Muslims to eat meat prepared in accordance with their religious beliefs.
109,018 signatures
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Decriminalise Abortion
Government responded – 23 December 2024
All women have a right to access to safe, legal abortions on the NHS.
103,653 signatures
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Allow parents to take their children out of school for up to 10 days fine free.
Government responded – 23 December 2024
We are determined to break down barriers to opportunity by supporting every child to achieve and thrive at school, working with parents and protecting children’s right to education.
181,597 signatures
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Don't apply VAT to independent school fees, or remove business rates relief.
Government responded – 20 December 2024
The Government will remove tax breaks for private schools. This will raise £1.8bn a year, helping to deliver the Government’s commitments for children in state schools.
115,560 signatures
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Require all businesses and public services to accept cash payments
Government responded – 19 December 2024
It is for individual organisations to decide whether to accept cash as a form of payment. However, existing regulation protects access to cash and supports the ability of organisations to accept cash.
17,106 signatures
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Ban fossil fuel advertising and sponsorship
Government responded – 18 December 2024
The government is committed to reducing emissions from high carbon products and will continue to bring forward proposals to do so. There are currently no plans to restrict fossil fuel advertising.
110,519 signatures
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Abolish the tv licence
Government responded – 12 December 2024
The Government has committed to the licence fee for the current BBC Charter Period, up to the end of 2027. Charter Review will consider how we ensure future funding of the BBC is fair and sustainable.
37,663 signatures
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Run a public information campaign on the climate crisis
Government responded – 10 December 2024
This government is committed to ensuring that everyone can contribute to the UK achieving net zero and are scoping the most effective way to communicate about climate change to the public.
24,114 signatures
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Introduce a compensation scheme for WASPI women
Government responded – 9 December 2024
The Government is reviewing the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman’s report and once this work has been undertaken, will be in a position to outline its approach.
161,790 signatures
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Limit the sale and use of Fireworks to licence holders only
Government responded – 9 December 2024
Most people use fireworks in a responsible and safe manner, with laws in place to address misuse. The Government intends to engage with stakeholders to gather evidence on the impact of fireworks.
87,528 signatures
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Referendum on changing the Electoral System To Proportional Representation (PR)
Government responded – 6 December 2024
The Government has no plans to change the voting system for UK Parliamentary elections.
42,329 signatures
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Make breaking a manifesto against the law and trigger a General Election
Government responded – 29 January 2025
The Government has a mandate to deliver its manifesto commitments. Our full focus is on fixing the foundations, rebuilding Britain, and restoring public confidence in government.
53,787 signatures
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Call a General Election
Government responded – 6 December 2024
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.
3,084,715 signatures
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Don't change inheritance tax relief for working farms
Government responded – 5 December 2024
The Government’s commitment to farmers is steadfast. There is also an urgent need to repair the public finances in as fair a way as possible. The reform of the reliefs strikes the right balance.
154,009 signatures
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Exempt all social care providers from the employer NIC increase
Government responded – 4 December 2024
The Government is committing to provide support for the costs that arise from the changes to the employer NICs of ONS-defined public sector organisations only.
40,577 signatures
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Create a public consultation on freedom of speech and disinformation
Government responded – 29 November 2024
The Government keeps all legislation under review but does not plan to hold a specific public consultation on freedom of speech and disinformation in the UK at this time.
23,426 signatures