UK Parliament Petitions

Cut Fuel Duty by the Amount of Extra VAT Gained During Rapid Fuel Increases

We believe that as was the case during the Ukraine invasion, the Government has delayed cutting fuel duty after a rapid increase in fuel cost, and that this impacts the UK economy and risks putting companies out of business.

Introduce lessons on neurodivergence to the curriculum for all children

Every child should have the chance to be understood. I want the curriculum to require that all children be taught about neurodivergence. This should include teaching on Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia (DCD), Dyscalculia, Tourette's Syndro

Require a by-election if MPs / Councillors change parties or become independent

The Government should legislate to require a by-election to be held if an MP or Local Councillor switches political party in the middle of the parliamentary term so affected constituents get the opportunity to vote in an election to decide

Require CMS to collect evidence that child maintenance is spent on the children

Currently, there is no formal accountability for where money given to a receiving parent is spent. No receipts for clothing/food/housing etc. This money could be being spent anywhere. We think itemised receipts for CMS spend should be manda

Review verification processes used to verify age of illegal migrants under 18

We call for a review of the age verification processes used to verify whether an illegal migrant is under the age of 18 when they have no legal documentation to prove their age.

Review NHS use of BMI to determine eligibility for fertility treatment

Review the NHS using BMI as a way to determine eligibility for fertility treatment. We think BMI is outdated and isn’t accurate.

Increase foreign aid funding for children affected by war and conflict

Children caught in war are often denied education, healthcare, safety, and a chance at a normal life. This could be helped by funding education programs in refugee camps, and increasing humanitarian aid for children.

Reverse the changes to the Adoption and Special Guardianship Support Fund

I urge the Government to reinstate the previous funding limit of £5,000 plus £2,500 for special assessments.

Add Sri Lanka as an eligible country for driving licence conversion

The Government should include Sri Lanka as an eligible country to enable a Sri Lankan driving licence to be converted to a UK driving licence, for people who have held their licence for over 2 years.

Ban AI companies from using music streaming to train AI

I would like the government to ban AI companies from training AI using music streaming. I think it's unfair to songwriters and that even if there were an 'opt-out' for their music, it would be difficult to contact every AI company to advise

Introduce 20% maximum commission rate for private hire (ride hailing companies)

To enable the drivers are paid reasonably, we think the commission kept by the ride hailing companies should be legally fixed to a maximum of 20%. We think this will mean that the competition between the companies can be maintained and the

Establish a reparations scheme for victims of Grooming Gangs

We want the government to pay reparations to the victims of grooming gangs. We feel this is more appropriate than other reparations that people have proposed, such as for the transatlantic slave trade, because of the recency of this.

Make politics a required subject up to GCSE

The turnout in the last general election was around 60%. I believe that young people don't know how our country's political system works, and are even less likely to understand what parties stand for. This is why we need to teach politics t

Save Our High Streets Fairness for Small Businesses protect tenants from (PDRs)

Amend permitted development rights (PDRs) to: Require properties to be vacant for at least 12 months before conversion; landlords must negotiate with tenants and compensate them for relocation and losses; and ensure planning applications co

Change building regulations to enhance sustainability

To include solar panels, batteries, and rainwater reclamation systems as a minimum standard on all new buildings. I believe this will help reduce fossil fuel energy consumption and reliance on national water systems like reservoirs.

Fund more counselling services specific to victims of sexual violence

I want the government to fund more counselling services for those suffering with PTSD or other complications following a sexual assault.

Mandatory Custodial Sentence for Sexual Violence with a Weapon at any Age

Introduce a statutory minimum custodial sentence for any sexual offence under the Sexual Offences Act 2003 where the offender used, threatened, or carried a weapon. Remove age as a bar to custody in these cases.

Review parental responsibility for their child’s violent behaviour

We ask the Government to review and strengthen laws so that when young people repeatedly carry weapons or commit violent crimes, and parents fail to act, there are appropriate consequences for parents such as penalties or mandatory interven

Charge people who don't pay tax in the UK for repatriation costs

Many people living in the middle east say they have gone there to avoid paying tax. Because of that I don't believe that taxpayers' money should be spent repatriating them. Unless people can show that they have continued to pay tax in the U

Legally prohibit retention clauses in construction contracts.

We want legislative change to prohibit retention clauses in construction contracts. I believe making such retention practices unlawful can create a fairer marketplace where contractors are paid in full and on time, removing the financial bu

Do not require age verification for all user-user services

The government is consulting on children’s use of social media and how age verification and age assurance technologies could help implement a potential age restriction on some platforms. We call on the Government not to require age assuranc

Legalise medically supervised assisted dying in confirmed cases of brain death

I want the Government to legalise medically supervised assisted dying in confirmed brain death cases. I believe families should not have to face potentially waiting days for the body to shut down and that a clear legal framework would reduc

Ban the use of bio-beads in water treatment works

Ban the use of bio-beads in sewage and water treatment facilities, and enforce strict regulations to ensure no further environmental contamination occurs during the transition.

Launch a review into information given for cervical colposcopes & biopsies

We call on the Government to launch a review into the information provided to women for cervical colposcopies and biopsies, in order to require anaesthetic or pain relief, and ensure the full disclosure of information for women before under

Ban plastic hangers: help Save Earth, protect wildlife

We urge the government to ban plastic coat hangers. These single-use pollutants can harm the environment, fill landfills, and endanger wildlife. Promote sustainable alternatives like wood/metal.