Hold a referendum on reinstating capital punishment

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openMinistry of Justiceby Alan StedallOpened 13 August 2026

Background

We call on Parliament to legislate to hold a national referendum on whether capital punishment should be reinstated for the most heinous crimes.

Additional details

We believe there should be a national referendum on whether the most heinous crimes - particularly those involving extreme cruelty against innocent and defenceless victims — require a sanction beyond imprisonment.

Where it’s popular

Constituencies with the most signatures on this petition.

Source: UK Government & Parliament Petitions service. Petition ID: 776681.