Ban publishing information about people accused of crimes until proven guilty
53
signatures
closedMinistry of JusticeOpened 4 February 2025Closed 4 August 2025
Background
I want the government to prevent the names and photos of people accused of crimes from being released until they are proven guilty. I do not think that newspapers should be allowed to put people’s jobs and safety at risk.
Additional details
People arrested for crimes may be innocent. I think their lives could be ruined if information is published about them. Their family and children could also be put in danger.
Where it’s popular
Constituencies with the most signatures on this petition.
Source: UK Government & Parliament Petitions service. Petition ID: 709315.