UK Parliament Petitions

Require food retailers to label products which are subject to shrinkflation

We call on the UK government to require food retailers to clearly warn customers about products that are subject to shrinkflation. We think this practice exacerbates financial insecurity for many UK citizens, especially those of a disadvant

Ban AI tools to write and mark school assignments

We want the government to introduce legislation that prevents the use of AI in schools to mark and write assessments.

12 month minimum sentence and 6 month rehabilitation course for knife carrying

This could act as a deterrent and contribute to the reduction of knife-related crimes. Introduce 12 month mandatory minimum sentence, including for 1st time offenders. Implement a mandatory 6-month knife awareness course for rehabilitat

More investment in tidal energy generation

We think the government should reassess their priorities, away from sources of energy currently being promoted, (Wind and Solar), which we consider to be unreliable and ineffective, and increase investment in tidal energy generation, which

Increase defence spending in the UK to at least 4% of GDP, immediately

We believe the UK urgently needs to prepare for the possibility of war by increasing the size and capability of our armed forces, introduce conscription, defend our national infrastructure from air attack and build a civil defence capabilit

Cap the price of food and drink in sport and music venues

I believe that many venues charge a hefty mark up knowing they have the monopoly as they have banned food and drink from being brought in due to safety concerns.

Do not make any agreement with the EU on youth mobility

We do not the Government to make an agreement with the EU on youth mobility.

Limit the public budget for memorials to former Monarchs.

The public funds for memorials to former Monarchs should be limited to £1-3 million and the rest allocated to what we think are far more benevolent and practical issues.

Create a primary adoption right for unclaimed stray dogs

Stray dogs are usually removed from the rescuer and at that point the rescuer has no say over the animal. Not all owners update or register microchips, so the information they contain may be incorrect. So I would like the option of priority

Make onion, garlic and other alliums recognised allergens on food labels

We want the government to require garlic and other alliums to be listed as recognised allergens on food labels.

Review safeguards for those with mental health issues during police encounters

We ask the Government to urgently review legal safeguards for those with mental health issues during police encounters, particularly during and after restraint. We want reform including mandatory safe handovers to hospitals and timely menta

Do not give elected mayors powers to overrule local council planning decisions

We want planning decisions to remain with local planning authorities and elected councillors.

Create a national plan to protect pets and livestock during emergency disasters.

I ask the Government to create a UK-based animal emergency response plan. This should include national guidance to protecting pets, farm animals and wildlife during emergencies, and create a helpline for animals specifically.

Mandate human auditing of police evidence processed by AI

Mandate independent human auditing of all AI police evidence summaries. We believe automated triage of intimate victim data poses severe privacy risks and causes automation bias. AI must never replace human review or compromise critical vic

Ban schools from punishing children for poor attendance

Ban schools from punishing children for poor school attendance, for example by not allowing them on school trips or to attend prom.

Include the Endocannabinoid System and Omega-6/3 Balance in GCSE/A-Level Biology

We call on the Government to include the Endocannabinoid System in the GCSE/A-level curriculum. We believe that this vital system is missing from the curriculum, leaving students completely unaware of how diet can drive chronic disease.

Legislate to abolish royal prerogative powers & give them to Parliament

Parliament should legislate to abolish the Crown’s royal prerogative powers, including dissolution, prorogation, Royal Assent, appointments, treaties, Head of the Armed Forces, and King’s Consent over certain legislation. We want to place t

Mandate timebound reasonable adjustments and introduce appeals body

Mandate a time limit by which reasonable adjustment decisions must be made by an employer, following a request from an employee. We also call for any refusal to such a request to be made in writing with full reasons, and for an independent

Review Protections for Children Against Coercive Control in Family Court Process

Review safeguards in family courts to address coercive control, to ensure children’s voices are heard, and prioritise their wellbeing. Improve training, guidance, and use of supervised contact where manipulation or emotional harm is identif

Give the same support in law to police veterans as military veterans receive

Military veterans are afforded an enhanced status in law and greater provision of support in recognition of the trauma they may have suffered in conflicts as well as in recognition of the difficulty of leaving public service and adapting to

Review how GPs and A&Es identify paediatric infections

Review whether all GP practices have the necessary paediatric equipment to monitor blood pressure, heart rate and oxygen levels, and whether A&Es routinely use blood tests to screen children for sepsis. I think that ensuring this will save

Remove and ban hostile architecture from public spaces

We would like the government to ban hostile architecture. This could include spikes outside buildings, curved and segregated benches, 'leaning' benches or gated doorways - anything that prevents homeless people from finding comfort. We woul

Introduce new statutory standards for toilet access and lunchtime in schools

We call on the UK Government to introduce legislation and statutory guidance guaranteeing every pupil can use the toilet and eat lunch during the school day with dignity and adequate time. This should set enforceable minimum standards for t

Ban postal voting except for those with severe disabilities

No one should be allowed to have a postal vote except for those with severe disabilities to help stop electoral fraud happening

Fund a National NHS Railcard for Healthcare Staff.

The Government should fund a national NHS Railcard to give NHS healthcare staff discounted rail travel. This card could be similar to existing railcards for young people, veterans and seniors.