UK Parliament Petitions

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 We think BMI is outdated and isn’t accurate.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.

Ban use of student university work to train AI software without informed consent

We, the undersigned, do not want AI software companies to use our academic work to help train AI models without our prior informed consent.

Strengthen wildfire response - funding for dedicated firefighting aircraft

Wildfires are becoming more frequent and more severe due to hotter, drier weather. Fire and Rescue Services often have to rely solely on ground crews, which can struggle to reach fires in remote areas such as moorland, forests and mountains

Require equal female representation in product and training design & testing

We call on the Government to legislate to require equal female representation when designing and testing products, such as safety equipment, and training, such as emergency procedures.

Create a public register of UK nationals serving in foreign militaries

We call on the Government to establish a public register of British citizens, including dual nationals, and UK residents serving in foreign armed forces. This should apply to all levels of engagement: active-duty combatants, reservists and

Issue national guidelines on exam preparation information

Introduce guidelines on publishing information relating to exam questions to make sure students are not misled by incorrect information. Such guidelines should include restrictions on publishing what are claimed to be "predicted papers" & m

Allow people to take an oath of allegiance to the UK instead of the Crown

Allow members of the armed forces, the police, judges, and MPs to take an oath of allegiance to the nation (Great Britain and Northern Ireland), instead of the King. We believe that in a democracy, you swear allegiance to a people, whereas

Veterans to keep benefit entitlement when in receipt of medical compensation

I would like the Government to change the rules on benefits for veterans so that they continue to be entitled to benefits regardless of any medical compensation they receive from the MoD, for example for loss of hearing or other disability.

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

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.

Raise the minimum wage across the UK and keep pace with inflation

We think the government should commit to raising the National Living Wage (NLW) to better reflect the actual cost of living. This could involve not just a nominal increase, but a substantial rise that keeps pace with inflation and ensures t