UK Parliament Petitions
Public petitions to the UK Government and Parliament — signature counts, government responses and debate outcomes.
17,310 petitions
Fund research into Desmoid Fibromatosis in children
I want the Government to fund research into Desmoid Fibromatosis in babies and children, including more research into the condition itself and treatment options.
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Additional tax on ultra-processed foods (UPF) to help promote farm fresh produce
Implement an additional tax on UPFs of 10-20%, rising to 20-40% with higher levels of salt, fat or sugar. Fully ringfence this revenue to fund provision of affordable fresh produce, working with farmers and growers to provide fresh food to
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Require first aid training for all new drivers
We urge the Government to legislate to make first aid training a mandatory part of the driving test process. We believe new drivers should be equipped with basic life-saving skills to improve road safety and provide immediate help in emerge
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Require all shops in England to sell alcohol in a separate, screened area
I call on the UK Government to introduce legislation requiring all supermarkets and retailers in England to only sell alcohol in a clearly separated and screened area.
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Establish an Independent Review of NHS Extraction-Based Orthodontics
We call on the Department of Health and Social Care to commission an independent review of any potential long-term health effects of extraction-based orthodontic treatment provided through the NHS, and to review clinical guidelines and cons
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Review enforcement of employment law for unpaid internships
I would like the Government to review how employment rights are enforced for interns to ensure all those carrying out work are being paid at least the minimum wage. I think this would promote fairer, more inclusive employment practices.
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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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Stop funding the annual Public Duty Costs Allowance for ex-PMs
We petition the Government and Parliament to remove the publicly funded annual allowance for former Prime Ministers, and to invest this saving in Defence for our Country.
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Cancel the 2% Increase in Tax on Savings Interest scheduled for April 2027
The tax rates on income from savings interest are scheduled to increase by 2% from April 2027 on all rates. This will take the basic rate of tax from 20% to 22%. We object to this 2% raise on all rates from April 2027 and call on the Govern
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Ban enriched and colony cages for hens
We believe enriched and colony cages are unfair for hens that live in them for their entire lives.
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Prioritise defence by committing to defence funding at 10% of GDP
We want the Government to commit to 10% of GDP for defence spending and deliver this increase within months not years. Decisions about defence funding should not be taken by the Treasury, which we believe is not fit for purpose and unwillin
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Reduce fuel tax to 20p per litre and VAT to 10% for petrol, diesel & heating oil
I would like the government to seriously consider reducing the fuel tax to 20pence per litre and vat to 10% for petrol, diesel and heating oil.
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Decouple electricity prices from gas prices
This government should decouple our gas price from electricity. It has been reported that this alone could cut bills by £200.
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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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