UK Parliament Petitions
Public petitions to the UK Government and Parliament — signature counts, government responses and debate outcomes.
17,310 petitions
Continue the national Free School Meals voucher scheme for school holidays
Continue to give the national free school meals vouchers. These vouchers are vital for some parents on low incomes but the Government has now ended the scheme.
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Fund free bus travel for all post-16 students
We want the Government to fund free bus travel for post-16 students. We want free reliable travel for all post-16 students.
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Diabetes should not prevent someone serving in the British armed forces
Diabetics should be able to join the military due to the modern technological advances that occur everyday. Managing the condition is second nature to most diabetics therefore I believe it should not be considered a risk as those who are in
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Reduce the UK Census closure period from 100 years to 80 years
We request the Government to reduce the UK Census record closure from 100 to 80 years, retaining safeguards for sensitive information, enabling families, genealogists and researchers to access vital historical records earlier while balancin
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Ban financial lobbying from groups linked to states facing active ICJ cases
Legislate to ban groups with financial links to states facing active litigation at the ICJ from lobbying MPs and All-Party Parliamentary Groups. This includes a ban on MPs and APPGs accepting funded hospitality, travel or other gifts from t
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Replace First Past The Post with a transferable voting system
We ask for the replacement of the current voting system with a transferable where the electorate will indicate preferences for up to 3 candidates and candidates are eliminated until one has over 50% of the remaining votes. This could ensure
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Mandatory anti-spiking measures in all nightclubs and bars
Mandatory ID checks for everyone that enters a nightclub either manually or by an electronic system. Mandatory staff training for spiking awareness. Mandatory anti-spiking tools provided at every nightclub. Mandatory bag and pocket searches
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Independent Body to deal with misconduct in Public Services & training
Abolish existing internal misconduct processes and establish an independent body to investigate all misconduct in public and emergency services. Require all public & Emergency Services to have external non biased Whistleblowing workshops.
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Review UK immigration policies, including a cap the number of people arriving
I would like the government to undertake a review into and be transparent about what checks and balances are in place so that this country can manage immigration sensibly. We think the review should consider whether there should be a cap on
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Ban the sale of unvalidated food intolerance tests in the UK
Require food intolerance and sensitivity tests sold in the UK to have robust scientific evidence demonstrating their diagnostic validity. Tests that cannot demonstrate they reliably identify the food intolerances or sensitivities they claim
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Fund Free TV licences for all pensioners.
We want the Government to fund free TV licences for existing pensioners and those who reach the official retirement age. When people reach retirement age, we think they should receive a state-financed free TV licence.
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Government must abolish IPSA
We believe MPs should be stopped from claiming tax-payer-funded & none-means-tested perks & allowances which we feel contrasts hugely with the means-tested and limited support available to the public.
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Abolish fees for passport name changes
Abolish fees for people who change their name on their passport due to marriage, divorce, gender reassignment, estrangement, or escaping domestic abuse, where the change is supported by official documents such as a marriage certificate or d
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Ban anyone convicted of serious criminal offences from standing in elections
People with serious criminal convictions are allowed to stand for election for councillor after five years and once they leave prison, for MP. This includes terrorism, violence, sexual offences and fraud. We believe public office is a privi
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Review and reform administration of Universal Credit & compensation
Universal Credit was established to help provide financial stability & support to those in need. However, we believe mounting evidence & widespread testimonies are revealing that injustice, financial distress, & systemic mismanagement have
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Extend the Fuel Duty Freeze for Motorists For At Least Two More Years
Extend the temporary cut on fuel duty for motorists, set to end in March 2026 for a minimum of 2 more years, ensure fuel duty rates for motorists continue to stay frozen at the current headline rate during this period and set clear targets
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Ban High-Silica Engineered Stone Worktops.
We want high-silica engineered stone worktops banned due to the risk of silicosis resulting from silica dust particles. This stone is a common product in the market in the UK. Engineered stone is banned in Australia.
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Change the legal driving age to 15
I think the government should change the legal driving age to 15 because the legal age to drive is 17 and I think both 15 and 16 year olds will be able to drive.
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Lower universal credit earnings threshold (the AET) for single parents
Many single parents are struggling to find more hours or new jobs that work around school holidays, resulting in pressure from the job centre with weekly phone calls / meetings. It is difficult to find holiday clubs for over 5’s in many are
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Review use of the '"Child in Need" label by social workers & local authorities
We think the government should have a full, urgent review of how safeguarding applies to disabled children. We want respect and compassion for parent carers doing their best under impossible circumstances.
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Facilitate a referendum on Scottish independence
We believe Scotland deserves independence.
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Mandatory life sentence for involvement in trafficking women & children for sex
We ask the Government to take the lead in tackling human trafficking, in particular of women and children for sexual exploitation. We ask for the institution of mandatory life sentences for anyone involved in these crimes to deter those ope
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Ban the use of all Single-Use Plastics
Ban use of all single-use plastics, including food packaging and product wrapping. We think this would reduce waste, protect the environment, and encourage manufacturers to adopt sustainable alternatives like plant-based or cornstarch solut
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Ban ground rent on all leasehold properties.
I would like the government to introduce a bill which builds on the Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022 and Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024, extending the ground rent ban to all current leaseholds.
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Guarantee 100% Pension Transfer to Surviving Spouses
We call upon the Government to enact legislation that guarantees surviving spouses receive 100% of their deceased partner’s pension—whether state, occupational, or private—without any reduction, delay, or discretionary limitations.
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