UK Parliament Petitions

Require AUTOMATIC by election if an MP changes party during a term of office

A petition to recall an MP is opened in three situations and a by-election forced so long as 10% of the electorate sign such a petition. However, if an MP changes party during a term of office there is nothing the constituents can do. We th

Ban on knife possession except for licensed/trade purposes & increase sentences

We want the Government to introduce an outright ban on knife possession, except for licensed or trade purposes, and mandatory minimum jail terms of four years for illegal possession of combat knife, swords and general blades in public.

Require more qualifications for teachers/teaching assistants at SEN schools

We want the government to create a policy to require more training courses for individuals working within special educational schools. We think teachers should be required to do an extra year on top of their PGCE to get a specialised SEN te

Make it a criminal offence for an MP or minister to mislead parliament

MPs and Ministers should face prosecution and prison for knowingly misleading Parliament or the public.

Ban factory farming across the country

Legislate to phase out factory farming and help fund the transition to free range farming for all farmed animals in the country.

Ban airport charging for drop off and pickup

We want the Government to remove charges for picking up or dropping off at airports. We believe it's taking advantage of the public and the first 10 minutes should be free.

Increase all inheritance tax thresholds: singles £1M, married couples £2M

Increase inheritance thresholds: Single person raise to £1,000,000 Married couple raise to £2,000,000 Tax free gifting £ 10,000

Review 1980 Hague Convention Framework on International Child Abduction

We believe that the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction, 25 October 1980 must be reviewed, as it may not protect women fleeing abuse nor the children they are seeking to protect.

Increase the minimum holiday entitlement to 30 days including bank holidays

Make it mandatory for employers to give an extra 2 days off per year, making it 30 days holiday including bank holidays for full time workers.

Do not apply new ILR rules to those who arrived before 2021 on a 10 year route

Keep the existing ILR route for people who arrived before 2021 and are already building towards 10 years' lawful residence. Ensure their past lawful years continue to count and are not discounted under any new "earned settlement" rules.

Remove tax on alcohol served in pubs and raise it for alcohol in supermarkets

We are concerned that pubs have been hammered with rising costs. In order to "Save Our Local Pubs", we think the tax on alcohol should be removed.

Make it a legal requirement for salaries to be shown in job descriptions.

Introduce a universal salary banding system so that companies/employment agencies make it clear to job applicants what salary they can expect from a position rather than quoting "competitive salary" or asking applicants what their "salary e

Make will writing a regulated practice for those charging for the service

We want will writing to be made a regulated practice for those who charge for the service.

Stop transfer of sexual offenders to open prison in first half of sentence

We want the Government to ensure that offenders convicted of sexual crimes cannot be moved to open prisons until they have served at least half of their custodial sentence in a closed prison.

Require clearer labelling of animal-derived ingredients

We want the Government to require food, cosmetic, and medical product labels to more clearly and explicitly disclose any animal-derived ingredients. This would include pork, beef, gelatine, insects, or enzymes. We think this would help prot

Improve accessibility standards in leisure vehicles, caravans and motorhomes

Legislate to improve minimum accessibility requirements within the caravan/motorhome industry. For example, a 750mm minimum habitation door width and bracketry to allow installation of a cassette lift/ramp.

Require companies to employ minimum 70% UK nationals before sponsoring others

We believe 70% of employees in a company should be UK nationals. The government should set this as a requirement for any companies requesting a Sponsor License, Certificates of Sponsorship, or License renewals.

Review disciplinary processes for firearm officers in the line of duty

We urge the Government to review the disciplinary process for firearms officers to ensure fair treatment, particularly when officers may have been acquitted of criminal charges but may face misconduct hearings for split-second decisions mad

Phase out and ban the sale of plastic manual toothbrushes by 2040

We urge the Government to ban plastic manual toothbrushes by 2040 through a phased out plan. This includes restricting sales, supporting eco-friendly alternatives, running awareness campaigns and enforcing legislation to reduce plastic wast

Fund free wheelchairs for people who need them

I want the government to reform the system of providing wheelchairs on the NHS. I want them to ensure that everyone who needs a wheelchair is provided one for free, in a timely manner, that is tailored to their individual needs, regardless

Change rules around royal taxation

We think the monarchy should be legally required to pay corporation and capital gains tax on income from its estates.

Regulate education guardians and residential summer courses for under-18s

Introduce statutory regulation of education guardians acting in loco parentis for international pupils in UK schools: mandatory registration, enhanced DBS checks and safeguarding and mental health training. Set minimum standards and inspect

Enact a 2-6% wealth tax on all assets over £10 million

We call on the Government to enact a wealth tax between 2-6% (or higher depending on the individual’s net worth) on all assets that are over £10 million, with no exemptions or losses.

Exclude offenders convicted of causing death from the early release scheme

We call on the Government to exclude offenders convicted of causing death, including by dangerous driving, from early release under the Sentencing Act.

Establish a legal right to flexi-schooling

We believe flexi-schooling is a viable option for parents where education is shared between school and home. However, this agreement is at the discretion of the school. There is no formal process to apply or an appeals procedure. We call fo