UK Parliament Petitions
Public petitions to the UK Government and Parliament — signature counts, government responses and debate outcomes.
16,299 petitions
Provide funding to increase police presence from midnight till 6am
We think our nightlife lacks police presence from midnight to 6 AM, leaving door staff to deal with a lot if issues. They aren’t as equipped or empowered as the police. This may lead to unfair blame on venues instead of the public, risking
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Require licences for all air guns, including bb guns, and knives
We want it to be a requirement that you need a licence for all air guns, including bb guns, and knives, and for those without licences to receive prison sentences. We think this would help these items disappear out of the country.
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Ban state schools from making Religious Studies a mandatory GCSE subject
We call on the government to ensure that Religious Studies is not a compulsory GCSE subject in state schools. We believe that students should have the freedom to choose subjects that align with their interests and beliefs.
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Require food establishments to have adrenaline autoinjectors readily available
We call on the UK government to introduce legislation requiring all food establishments to have adrenaline autoinjectors e.g. EpiPens readily available and ensure staff receive basic training on their use. We believe making these available
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Provide funding for schools to hire a security guard to protect our children
We want the Government to provide funding for schools to hire a full time security guard to protect our children. We think they should be equipped with pepper spray and a taser so they could tackle any intruders who may want to harm our chi
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Legal requirement to test and record blood group at birth for medical records
I would like there to be a legal requirement for blood group to be tested at birth. This would then be on our medical records for life. I would also like there to be an official card people could carry stating their blood type so it is easy
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Create a compensation scheme for businesses affected by rail strikes
We would like the government to do something concrete to stop rail strikes. They could create a compensation scheme for the businesses effected by strikes funded by the train companies and unions.
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Fund a nationwide app for parking
Currently there are multiple different mobile apps used to collect payment for parking. When parking, the motorist needs to find the correct app and may not have it on their phone. This may lead to delay and possible errors.
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Require all pubs and restaurants to close on Christmas Day
We think pubs and restaurant staff/hospitality workers should not be forced to work on Christmas Day.
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Require Property Management agents to disclose all Service Charge Accounts
I think property management agents should be required to disclose the service charge accounts for all leaseholders contributing to the overall management costs of a property estate. I think this disclosure is necessary to ensure transparenc
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New rules on internal exclusions and independent body to be established
We think removing children from classrooms, sometimes called "internal exclusion", is misused. We think the Government needs to replace current advice with definitive rules. Introduce an independent body where complaints about internal excl
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Remove VAT on life saving equipment
I want the government to remove VAT on life saving equipment. I wanted to purchase a defibrillator for residents in my area to use and was stunned to learn it was not VAT exempt.
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Make not having a fire/smoke alarm in a home illegal
We urge the government to make it illegal for homes in England to be without fire alarms. This measure could ensure a basic standard of safety, protect lives and reduce the risk of preventable tragedies caused by house fires. Let’s prioriti
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Remove all live music license requirement for pubs, clubs and venues.
We call on the Government to abolish the requirement for pubs, clubs and other venues to have live music licenses. We believe music culture has been decimated by the requirement and live music has all but disappeared.
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To give more funding to Uniformed Youth Organisations to support young people.
I would like the Government to give significantly more funding to Uniformed Youth Organisations because I believe that those organisations can help the youth to improve their life choices and have a positive impact on young people.
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Boost the UK economy & reduce unemployment by reducing corporation tax
I believe that lowering corporation tax to 1% could encourage foreign investment potentially boosting the UK economy and reducing unemployment.
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Reduce the minimum length of the school week
The current minimum expectation for mainstream state-funded schools in England is 32.5 hours, and we think this should be reduced to approximately 28 hours so teachers and students alike can get a proper break.
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Ban or Cap Administration fees
We believe companies are exploiting administration fees, and have been doing so for years. Why should we pay extortionate admin fees for a letter? Or a process done yourself online or an AI bot has processed? We want fees to be capped or ba
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Require parties to repay costs of PM resignations & cabinet reshuffles
Introduce legislation requiring governing political parties to reimburse the Exchequer for the direct administrative costs of resignation of a PM as party leader, or cabinet reshuffles.
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Fund mandatory air conditioning in every council property
We call on the Government to make air conditioning mandatory for all council homes with full funding. Rising temperatures can pose severe health risks, and upper floors overheat most. Safe cooling should be a basic standard for every social
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Make NHS healthcare bodies statutory consultees for major housing developments
Amend planning legislation so relevant NHS healthcare bodies are statutory consultees on major housing developments and Local Plans where development is likely to have a significant impact on healthcare services.
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Create national guidance for ‘Slow for Cats’ warning signs in rural communities
Introduce national guidance for local authorities to install “Slow for Cats” warning signs and related traffic-calming measures in rural and semi-rural areas where there is evidence of frequent domestic cat road deaths.
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Increase Compensation for Jury Service to National Minimum Wage Requirements
Compensation for lost earnings in jury service is a maximum of £65 per day which does not match minimum wage requirements. We believe such compensation must be raised to national minimum wage levels as the current system causes great financ
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Fund faster processing of NIHL civil claims against MoD
We want the Government to help settle NIHL civil claims more quickly. Many veterans have already provided full medical evidence, service records, audiology reports and causation assessments, yet are left waiting months or even years without
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Fund expansion of apprenticeships and entry level jobs
Youth unemployment affects young people up and down the UK. Lack of experience often blocks entry-level jobs, creating a cycle of no opportunity. We believe the Government must expand apprenticeships and encourage employers to hire young pe
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