UK Parliament Petitions
Public petitions to the UK Government and Parliament — signature counts, government responses and debate outcomes.
16,242 petitions
Ban private limited companies from owning residential housing
We want the Government to make it illegal for private limited companies to own residential properties. We believe only not-for-profits, housing associations, and private individuals should be allowed to own housing.
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Introduce Regulation of Private Parking Practices
We call for legislation to regulate the practices of private parking firms, including: - allowing pre-payment or payment at the time of departure - offering free or discounted parking for Blue Badge holders - exempting parking for medica
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Have a public inquiry into the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
I would like the government to investigate: - How DVSA examiners decide a serious/fault - Why DVSA has failed to cut down waiting time for driving tests - Why the national pass rate for car driving tests is still around 50% wher
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Put tighter restrictions on the selling of knives.
We want the government to stop the selling of knives in store and online without background checks and a clear reason of purchase. We also think that knives should only be sold in specific stores.
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Maintain direct-to-schools PE & sports premium funding
We want the Government to maintain the current system of direct-to-schools PE & sports premium funding.
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Fund access to regular heart health checks & improve awareness of heart health
Fund regular heart health checks every 2-3 years to improve early detection of heart defects. Increase awareness of symptoms and risk factors.
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Set VAT and duty on fuel at a fixed amount
The war in Iran has resulted in a significant rise in fuel prices at the pumps. Of this rise around 50% is a consequence of VAT and fuel duty that risen proportionally as a percentage of the pump price.
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Align UK chemical bans with EU and rejoin EU Safety Gate alert system
We call on the Government to align its bans on harmful chemicals in consumer products with those of the EU, unless a UK assessment proves them safe. We also call on the Government to apply to rejoin the EU Safety Gate alert system.
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Ban the use of bots to make purchases on websites
Make bot-assisted online purchasing illegal by expanding the 2018 Breaching of Limits on Ticket Sales Regulations to cover all high-demand goods, including collectibles like sneakers, trading cards, and even essentials such as toilet paper.
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Require schools prioritise comfort in uniforms & more personal choice for pupils
Require schools to specifically prioritise comfort in uniforms and more personal choice for pupils in what they find to be more comfortable clothing. This could include schools explicitly permitting less formal clothing such as leggings or
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Split the child benefit payment if parents share custody
We call on the Government to change child benefits payments so it’s shared between the parents who share 50/50 custody.
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Implement designated smoking zones and end smoking in shared public areas.
I’m calling on the government to ban smoking in shared public spaces, including pub gardens, outdoor dining areas, and busy streets. Designated smoking zones should be introduced instead, clearly marked and separated to ensure smoke-free co
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Require NHS staff who insert cannulas to have refresher training every 3 years.
Many patients experience unnecessary pain, bruising, and distress when doctors or other NHS staff have difficulty inserting cannulas, often needing multiple attempts. In some cases, staff have even re-used the same needle, which is unsafe a
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Stop child sex offenders being able to live in the city that their victims live
I really would like child sex offenders to be forbidden from living or working in the area where their victims live. Their victims are trying to live on and grow up in a safe environment not worrying about bumping into their abuser.
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Prioritise climate change action and stop producing fossil fuels
I want the government to stop production of fossil fuels, & introduce a detailed plan on how to stop climate change, instead of just setting goals & delaying them. More money & action must be put in environmental and conservational areas, a
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Make publishing false clickbait headlines a specific offence
I want the government to act against news outlets that publish false online headlines purely for clickbait. Inexperienced journalists spreading misleading stories cause real harm. I think there should be a way for the public to report this
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Ban fish-shaped single-use plastic soy sauce dispensers
Plastic fish used in takeaway sushi and soy sauce are wasteful, non-recyclable, and contribute to environmental harm. Banning their use would reduce plastic pollution, protect marine life, and encourage sustainable alternatives, aligning wi
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Fund screening for dyslexia, Irlen Syndrome, and neurodivergence in schools
We want the Government to fund all UK schools to screen children by age 7 for dyslexia, visual stress (Irlen Syndrome), and signs of neurodivergence such as autism or ADHD. We think early screening would allow for timely support and help cl
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Ban the use of AI and electronic algorithms for filtering job applications
Ban the use of AI and electronic algorithms for filtering job applications so that organizations select candidates from applications manually. I think the problem in job searching is that all the electronic filters prevent people's CVs from
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Require cyclists who use main roads to have an identification number plate
We want the government to introduce mandatory identification plates similar to car registration plates for cyclists who use main roads.
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Ban the sale and use of sunscreens containing ingredients that damage corals
Research suggests that many sunscreens containing chemicals like oxybenzone harm coral reefs, causing bleaching & death. Coral reefs support marine life and protect coastlines. We think the Government must act to ban harmful sunscreens to p
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Allocate funding to allow unpaid carers one night off
Allocate funding so that unpaid carers can have at least one night off per month. This will help prevent burnout and job losses among carers who suffer extreme sleep deprivation while they care for loved ones.
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Hold newspaper editors legally responsible for dangerous inaccuracies published
Introduce legal penalties specifically for newspaper editors for publishing inaccurate information that places the public or democratic process at risk.
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Require cyclists to stay 2 metres away from pedestrians and horse riders
Make it a legal requirement for cyclists to stay at least 2 metres away from pedestrians and horse riders, whether on roads, bridleways or so-called 'shared spaces'.
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Referendum on abolishing the Greater London Assembly & Mayor of London position
We would like a referendum on abolishing the Greater London Assembly and Mayor of London, with powers redistributed to London Boroughs and national Government.
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