UK Parliament Petitions
Public petitions to the UK Government and Parliament — signature counts, government responses and debate outcomes.
16,271 petitions
Require online retailers to name intended delivery company prior to transaction
We think that consumers should be able to make a decision to purchase goods online based on the delivery company that will be used, before the purchase is completed. We think that the number of parcels stolen/disappearing before delivery is
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Make spiking an indictable offence
We think that drink spiking should be a specific indictable offence and we believe that new legislation on drink spiking should include a minimum sentence of 3 months for offenders, which we think would increase with repeat offences. We als
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Ban Food Allergy Waivers
There are reports that food businesses sometimes ask people with allergies or intolerances to sign waivers. We think this is wrong and unfair. We think food business' should take responsibility for protecting their customers rather than all
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More police powers to restrict intimidating protests near asylum accommodation
We want the UK Government to amend the Public Order Act 1986 to give police specific powers to impose conditions on protests near accommodation housing asylum seekers, where they reasonably believe a protest may intimidate residents and the
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Require schools report restrictive interventions to LAs after exclusions
Require schools in England to report details of any restrictive interventions, including physical interventions, involving a pupil to the local authority whenever the incident results in a suspension or a permanent exclusion.
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Require energy providers to auto-switch pensioners onto the cheapest tariff
Legally require energy providers to automatically move people above the State Pension age onto the cheapest energy tariff option, and for this to be reviewed every 3 months and in line with the energy price cap.
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Reduce VAT on road fuel during the ongoing oil price uncertainty
Temporarily cut VAT on road fuel from 20% to 5%, matching domestic energy. Apply this reduced rate for the period of global oil price instability or until markets stabilise. Recognise road fuel as essential for workers, families, logistics
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Legally restrict charges after death by care homes & assisted living providers
We ask the government to introduce a legal limit on the number days care homes & assisted living providers can continue charging after a resident’s death. Many families face unexpected and continuing charges after a loved one dies. We belie
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Give taxpayers an annual opportunity to choose how some of their taxes are spent
The UK Government should let taxpayers yearly allocate a portion of their income tax to priority sectors via the secure HMRC App or website. Protect core obligations, pilot the scheme, ensure transparency, and legislate participatory tax al
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Require contractors to guarantee all roadworks for 2 years
I call on the UK Government to require a two-year guarantee on all roadworks by contractors and utility companies. Any defects such as sinking, cracking or potholes within that period must be repaired at their expense to protect taxpayers a
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Fund vape bins to cut litter, protect wildlife, and promote cleaner streets
We urge the Government to fund local authorities to pilot dedicated, fire-resistant vape bins in public spaces and near schools to reduce litter, prevent lithium battery fires, protect wildlife, lower clean-up costs, and enable safe recycli
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Remain neutral in foreign conflicts
We demand the government declare Britain a neutral state. We believe that neutrality will protect British interests, safeguard our national security, and uphold our tradition of diplomacy and peacekeeping in an increasingly polarised world.
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Ensure Christian worship places are offered to other denominations before resale
Ensure by law that all existing Christian places of worship are offered for sale to other denominations before redevelopment into other uses, such as housing or offices. This ensures that other Christian groups may have access to available
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Reform probate law to regulate executor powers & protect beneficiaries’ rights
Reform probate laws, including creating clear, legally binding timelines that executors must follow, mandatory will disclosure, and sanctions for delays or non-compliance. We believe beneficiaries need protection, transparency, and enforcem
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Change speeding penalties to 1point for up to 25MPH on a 20MPH road
Drivers are currently penalised 3 points for travelling at up to 24mph in 20mph areas. This action is disproportionate. The current penalty treats these drivers the same as other drivers who speed at excessively dangerous limits.
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End sponsorship requirements for skilled worker visa holders already in the UK
We believe skilled workers who follow the law, pay taxes and take no benefits should not face longer settlement or sponsorship dependence. We believe removing the sponsorship requirement for people on skilled worker visas is essential for s
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Review access to mental health care for children & YP with learning disabilities
Conduct a review of current provision and make sure that children & young people with learning disabilities have equal access to mental health care. This group are at greater risk of mental health illness and need specialist support.
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Review Family Law to Prevent False Domestic Abuse Allegations
Review family law to find ways to prevent misuse of domestic abuse allegations in custody cases. Protect children from parental alienation and ensure justice for all parents.
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Make identity theft a recordable crime
Many people are victims of identity theft from abusive/coercive relationships which we think is being over looked and that needs to be changed. It can affect peoples livelihoods and mental health.
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Review police powers under section 136 of Mental Health Act
I would like to see the police have more power to help those in crisis in their own homes. Without a warrant, they can only enforce a section 136 if it happens in public.
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Mandate all MPs and civil servants to complete Carbon Literacy training by 01/09
We believe MPs and civil servants deserve and need basic training tailored to their job roles and covering carbon emissions, climate change impacts and climate science.
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Ban baled tyre exports to protect UK tyre recycling
According to reports each year the UK has 50 million waste tyres that need recycling and around half of those are exported to India. We believe this is harming the UK recycling industry.
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Create new background checks for jurors on sexual or domestic abuse trials
We urge the Government to change the law so that jurors on any trial for sexual assault, rape or domestic abuse undergo background checks. Any juror who has been a victim or know victims should be disqualified, as we think they may be biase
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Base childcare support for working parents on household income
We suggest basing eligibility for childcare support for working parents on household income, rather than individual income.
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Require broadband providers to offer symmetrical upload and download speeds
Set out a policy where broadband providers and Internet Service Provider's are required to offer identical upload to downloads speeds
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