Petitions with a Government response

1. Ban social media for under-16s to protect children

   Government responded – 26 January 2026

   The government is launching a consultation and a national conversation to gather views and drive action to keep children safe online, including seeking views on a social media ban for children.

   73,183 signatures

2. Fund a National Climate Resilience Plan: protect communities from climate impact

   Government responded – 26 January 2026

   The government recognises the accelerating impacts of climate change, and is preparing to publish its National Adaptation Programme in 2028.

   10,850 signatures

3. Halt proposed NHS redundancies affecting 18,000 staff pending impact assessment

   Government responded – 22 January 2026

   Initial impact assessment shows proposed cuts will deliver £1bn per annum in savings that can be channelled to the frontline. We cannot deliver NHS reform without a more efficient, streamlined centre.

   11,491 signatures

4. Dissolve Parliament and call a General Election now!

   Government responded – 21 January 2026

   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.

   182,219 signatures

5. Legislate to mandate offer of electronic pension transfers and higher standards

   Government responded – 21 January 2026

   The Government recognises the importance of efficiency in the pension transfers system and is considering how to improve the pension transfer process while maintaining strong member protection.

   16,729 signatures

6. Introduce offshore detention/mass deportation for illegal migrants

   Government responded – 21 January 2026

   This Government is doing whatever it takes to secure our borders; though offshore detention is costly and impractical, the most sweeping asylum reforms in a generation are being introduced.

   685,098 signatures

7. Change law around box junctions to give drivers more leniency

   Government responded – 19 January 2026

   Local authorities determine the size of yellow box markings and road users can raise appeals against enforcement. The Government sees no need to change the regulations for these markings.

   11,926 signatures

8. Call a public inquiry into Russian influence on UK politics & democracy

   Government responded – 15 January 2026

   Russian interference threats to the UK will be examined as part of the Independent Review of Foreign Financial Interference. Review findings will be presented to the House for scrutiny in late March.

   114,231 signatures

9. Provide funding for a nationwide, nature-rich river corridor network.

   Government responded – 14 January 2026

   We are investing in ELM schemes, supporting buffers, wetlands, tree planting and river restoration. We are protecting or restoring 20,000 kilometres of watercourses and investing in flood protection.

   10,420 signatures

10. Change the DDA 1991 to stop breed bans and focus on behaviour

    Government responded – 8 January 2026

    The ban on certain breed types under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 is there to protect public safety. More broadly, the government remains committed to promoting responsible dog ownership for all dogs.

    12,387 signatures

11. Do not remove Sport England as a statutory consultee for planning applications

    Government responded – 8 January 2026

    The government is consulting on reforms to the statutory consultee system. No decision will be made on Sport England’s role until feedback on the proposals has been fully reviewed.

    32,191 signatures

12. Label ALL meat as Religiously Slaughtered or Non-Religiously Slaughtered

    Government responded – 7 January 2026

    There are no requirements to label meat from animals slaughtered in accordance with religious rites. Where information of this nature is provided it must be accurate and must not be misleading.

    31,638 signatures

13. Apply to Rejoin the EU as soon as possible to increase growth in the UK

    Government responded – 7 January 2026

    The UK will not be rejoining the EU, but this Government has reset its relationship with the EU with a new strategic partnership: A deal that is good for UK bills, borders, jobs and growth.

    24,303 signatures

14. New Disclosure and Safeguarding Mechanism for At-Risk Children

    Government responded – 7 January 2026

    We are delivering significant reform across children’s social care, policing and the family court system to better safeguard children and stop them falling through the cracks of services.

    65,245 signatures

15. Do not merge section 1 & 2 regulations on firearms licenses

    Government responded – 6 January 2026

    The Government has committed to a public consultation on strengthening licensing controls on shotguns. We will consider all views submitted during the consultation before deciding on further action.

    116,503 signatures

16. Allow charities to rescue dogs with docked tails under the Animal Welfare Bill

    Government responded – 6 January 2026

    We will work with stakeholders to consider appropriate exemptions as we deliver the relevant regulations. Exemptions will need to be finely balanced against the risk of creating loopholes.

    21,910 signatures

17. Remove power to cancel local government elections

    Government responded – 5 January 2026

    The Secretary of State’s powers in this area are set out in legislation made by Parliament and used only with strong justification. The Government has no plans to amend these powers.

    148,726 signatures

18. Strengthen regulation of supported accommodations

    Government responded – 19 December 2025

    The government requires that care and support provided within all supported housing meet the highest standards. Statutory provisions are in place to ensure these standards are upheld.

    34,292 signatures

19. Hold an inquiry into CAMHS and NHS children’s mental health delays

    Government responded – 19 December 2025

    The Government has no current plans to establish an inquiry. Multiple actions are in place to improve and reform NHS mental health services and provide children with timely access to appropriate care.

    30,420 signatures

20. Make it an offence to carry a catapult in public without lawful defence

    Government responded – 16 December 2025

    There are laws that can already be used against individuals who use catapults as a weapon, but the Government understands the concerns and is actively looking at this issue.

    37,405 signatures

21. Introduce new tax code for state pensioners with double the personal allowance

    Government responded – 9 December 2025

    The State Pension is the foundation of support for pensioners. The Government is committed to a fair tax system but doubling the Personal Allowance for pensioners would be untargeted and costly.

    54,283 signatures

22. Make impersonating military service/wearing unearned medals a criminal offence

    Government responded – 9 December 2025

    There are currently no plans for the government to introduce additional criminal offences for impersonation of military service or wearing unearned medals.

    16,432 signatures

23. Require drivers to stop and take cats to the vets if they hit them in their car

    Government responded – 8 December 2025

    The Government has no current plans to mandate that motorists report a collision involving a cat, or to grant Police powers to prosecute motorists who fail to report a collision involving a cat.

    10,959 signatures

24. Restore the Electoral Commission's Independence

    Government responded – 5 December 2025

    The Government is taking decisive action to strengthen and protect the UK’s democracy and will continue to support the operational independence of the Electoral Commission.

    15,193 signatures

25. Protect Legal Migrants: do not implement the 10-Year ILR proposal

    Government responded – 4 December 2025

    The earned settlement consultation is seeking views on whether the increase in settlement qualifying period will apply to people already in the UK. No decision has been taken on this point.

    106,570 signatures

26. Keep 5-Year ILR and Restrict Access to Benefits for New ILR Holders

    Government responded – 4 December 2025

    As set out in the Immigration White Paper, the default qualifying period doubles to 10 years. We welcome views on other measures, including access to benefits, via the earned settlement consultation.

    232,610 signatures

27. Transparency and Review of the free zones and ports impacts

    Government responded – 28 November 2025

    All Industrial Strategy Zones (ISZs) are subject to the same laws and regulations as the rest of the UK. The Government maintains the highest levels of transparency and accountability across all ISZs.

    10,486 signatures

28. Provide a legal right to access certain services without a digital device

    Government responded – 17 December 2025

    We are committed to ensuring public services are accessible and inclusive for all. We are determined to ensure everyone benefits from technological change, and understand some people may need support.

    10,911 signatures

29. Criminalise & legally require schools to tackle bullying in & out of school

    Government responded – 26 November 2025

    Bullying is never acceptable. Schools have duties to prevent and address it, and we continue to promote best practice whilst also improving early mental health support for young people.

    16,375 signatures

30. Require schools to let children use the toilet at all times in the school day

    Government responded – 9 January 2026

    Schools are responsible for setting policies, including around toilet use. They must do this in line with national behaviour guidance, and in a way which treats all pupils with dignity and respect.

    19,728 signatures

31. Commission independent inquiry into delays in SEND education provision

    Government responded – 24 November 2025

    The government is committed to working with families to reform the SEND system and learning from independent inquiries by the Public Accounts Committee and the Education Committee into SEND provision.

    33,997 signatures

32. Review decision to abolish independent local Healthwatch

    Government responded – 21 November 2025

    The number of organisations monitoring patient experience is causing confusion and risks inaction. We will close some organisations like Healthwatch to allow direct patient feedback to care providers.

    10,992 signatures

33. Lower the age for invites to regular mammograms to 40 & perform annually

    Government responded – 21 November 2025

    In line with independent advice from the UK National Screening Committee, the Government does not intend to lower the age or increase the frequency of breast screens.

    43,038 signatures

34. Fund better Functional Neurological Disorder care, treatment and support

    Government responded – 19 November 2025

    Improving health outcomes for people living with long-term conditions, including functional neurological disorder (FND), is a key part of the Government's ambition to build an NHS fit for the future.

    17,266 signatures

35. Limit the sale of fireworks to those running local council approved events only

    Government responded – 18 November 2025

    The Government recognises the negative impact fireworks can have on some people and animals. However, when used responsibly they are a source of enjoyment for many people.

    194,593 signatures

36. Stop the Planning and Infrastructure Bill 2025 to Protect Nature

    Government responded – 17 November 2025

    The government has no intention of withdrawing its landmark Planning and Infrastructure Bill, which is integral to unlocking sustained economic growth and will support nature recovery and restoration.

    14,151 signatures

37. Raise the income tax personal allowance from £12,570 to £20,000

    Government responded – 17 November 2025

    The Government is committed to keeping taxes for working people as low as possible while ensuring fiscal responsibility, so we will not increase the Personal Allowance to £20,000.

    68,071 signatures

38. End testing on dogs and other animals for development of products for human use

    Government responded – 13 November 2025

    The use of animals for development of products for human use remains necessary. The Government therefore does not agree to end testing on dogs and other animals for testing and research purposes.

    104,218 signatures

39. Hold a referendum on leaving the European Court of Human Rights

    Government responded – 12 November 2025

    Leaving the ECHR and the Court would be a costly, self-defeating move, undermining vital security agreements. Reforming it for today’s challenges is smarter than wasting £129m on a referendum.

    11,583 signatures

40. Continue Parental Responsibility Automatically when disabled children turn 18

    Government responded – 12 November 2025

    The Government has no plans to legislate to allow parental responsibility to continue from age 18 in order to ensure that the best interests of young adults are protected in all cases.

    20,080 signatures

41. Ban "small-scale fracking" for onshore oil and gas

    Government responded – 15 January 2026

    We are committed to ending fracking for good. We are aware of local concerns regarding low volume hydraulic fracturing and are keeping this policy under internal review.

    10,626 signatures

42. Require non-stunned and stunned meat to be labelled accordingly

    Government responded – 22 December 2025

    Whilst there is no regulatory requirement for labelling of meat from animals slaughtered without stunning, any information of this nature must be accurate and must not be misleading to the consumer.

    108,123 signatures

43. Ban greyhound racing

    Government responded – 30 October 2025

    The government has no plans to ban greyhound racing. The government considers it a well-regulated sport and recognises the contribution it makes to many people’s lives as well as to the economy.

    52,515 signatures

44. Funding for Hyperemesis Gravidarum care

    Government responded – 29 October 2025

    DHSC recognises Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) can have a devastating impact on women and families. A range of fully-funded physical and mental health support is already available for women with HG.

    11,548 signatures

45. Inquiry into sexual violence in NHS hospitals

    Government responded – 23 October 2025

    Sexual misconduct in NHS settings is unacceptable. We are working with system partners to eradicate sexual misconduct in the NHS. The Government has no plans to launch an inquiry at this time.

    23,467 signatures

46. Reduce the maximum noise level for consumer fireworks from 120 to 90 decibels

    Government responded – 7 November 2025

    The Government recognises that some people have strong feelings about fireworks and has been listening to concerns raised by members of the public regarding the impact of firework noise.

    183,559 signatures

47. Introduce a Pension Tax Lock to help protect retirement savings and incentives

    Government responded – 10 December 2025

    The Government is committed to ensuring pensioners have security in retirement and has launched a Pensions Commission to look at what is required to ensure the system is strong, fair and sustainable.

    22,734 signatures

48. Stop airport expansion: halt all airport expansion plans across the UK

    Government responded – 21 October 2025

    The Government supports airport expansion where it promotes economic growth, aligns with climate commitments, and meets strict air quality and noise pollution requirements.

    10,998 signatures

49. Hold a referendum on introducing mandatory identity cards in the UK

    Government responded – 20 October 2025

    We have no plans to hold a referendum on the new digital identity scheme. There will be other ways for people to join a national conversation, including through a forthcoming consultation.

    24,006 signatures

50. Review and support the continued operation of pubs to prevent more closures

    Government responded – 16 October 2025

    We recognise hospitality’s vital role in our communities and are supporting the sector through targeted action, cutting red tape, removing barriers, and creating conditions for businesses to thrive.

    12,488 signatures

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