UK Parliament Petitions

Pension credit: Allow claim if your partner is under state pension age

We want the government to change the rule for claiming Pension Credit when you have a partner who is under state pension age.

Abolish the requirement for two referees in the British citizenship application

We, the undersigned, call upon the UK Government to abolish the requirement for two referees in the British citizenship application. We believe this system is outdated and should be replaced with a fairer and more inclusive method that does

Make GCSE Science an optional subject

I think that GCSE Science should be made an optional subject. I think that students should not be forced to take science as a subject.

Require signage that barns or stables are 1/2 a mile ahead

I have a dog who I often walk off lead where there are no roads, however have run into stables and barns countless times that I did not know were there. I think having a sign up warning dog walkers about the barn would protect both the anim

Urge international partners to ban the use of wild animals in circuses

We want the UK Government to use its diplomatic influence, trade discussions, and international forums to encourage global partners including Germany, the US, and Australia to implement full bans on wild animals in circuses.

Reinstall a national physical warning siren network as a civil defence backup

We call on the Government to reinstate and modernise a nationwide physical siren network to act as a resilient, analogue backup to the digital Emergency Alerts system.

Fund & mandate full examination of cervical screening samples every 2-3 years

I call on the Government to fund and mandate all cervical samples from cervical screening tests to be examined for abnormal cells - — not only those that test HPV positive. Tests should be required every 2–3 years, or sooner if needed.

Require parents pay for damage caused by their children and introduce penalties

Teenage vandalism and anti-social behaviour are growing concerns for many. We want the Government to require parents to pay for any damage caused by their children, and to introduce meaningful penalties for serious or repeated offences, bet

Review Ideological Neutrality in UK Public Bodies and Public Sector Services

We call on Parliament to launch a public inquiry into ideological neutrality and the use of evidence-based standards and transparency in public-sector policy and training. We are concerned that for example Critical Social Justice ideology h

Fund an official register of disability status to prove eligibility for rights

Please establish a government-managed register, or similar official scheme, to help ensure disabled people can more easily demonstrate their eligibility for the rights, reasonable adjustments, and protections provided under the Equality Act

Require and fund more structured support for 1-4 year olds with SEND needs

We believe our Councils are failing our most vulnerable children 1-to-4-year-olds with developmental delays because the council's SEND support "umbrella" rarely kicks in until primary school. We want the Government to ensure there is funded

Ban social media and smartphone use for under 16s

We want to Put Childhood Before the Scroll and Campaign for a safer childhood by calling ion the Government to ban smartphone and social media use for under-16s.

National Minimum Wage to be £30,000 pa by September 2026

I say, National Minimum Wage £30k a year, period.

Make it the law for every town to have a lido.

Too many young people die every year, trying to cool off by taking risks entering dangerous bodies of water. This is bound to increase as summers get hotter, the number of existing lidos decrease and much of avaliable natural water sites ar

Support the construction of public and private bomb shelters for our citizens

In light of the rising threat of conflict, we believe it is imperative that we prioritise the safety and security of our citizens.

Fund a national road safety campaign to protect children

We want the UK Government to fund a nationwide road safety campaign to protect children. It should teach drivers, parents, and children about safe behaviour near roads, highlight the risks faced by young pedestrians and cyclists, and encour

Ensure Dedicated Funding for Speech & Language Therapy in SEND Education Budget

We call on the UK Government to allocate dedicated and protected funding for speech and language therapy services within (SEND) education budgets, ensuring that children with developmental delays receive the support they need to communicate

Amend UK child employment laws to allow more part time work for under 16

Give more options for under-16s to make money through safe, legal part-time work. Specifically, increase the maximum legal working hours and provide more flexibility in scheduling, especially for homeschooled children who do not have fixed

Require developmental assessments for children before starting school

We want the Government to introduce a system ensuring children can receive developmental and neurodevelopmental assessments before starting school, so additional needs can be identified and support put in place earlier.

Remove VAT charges on entry into all children’s play centres

There is growing demand on the NHS with children affected by health issues. For some this can be linked to a lack of exercise and this can result in long term issues for children as they grow older and in turn increase demand on the NHS.

Make employee bonuses tax-free up to £5,000 per year

I would like the UK Government to make employee bonuses tax-free up to £5,000 per year to reward hard work, increase productivity, and support workers during rising living costs.

Add Meerkats to the Dangerous Wild Animals Act 1976

Add Meerkats (Suricata suricatta) to the Schedule of the Dangerous Wild Animals Act 1976. This will end their unregulated sale in pet shops and require any owner to hold a specialist license and we think, mean only those who can provide for

Lower the cost of British Citizenship applications to £800

We think the current cost of applying for British citizenship is disproportionately high and creates a real barrier for people who have lived, worked, and paid taxes in the UK for many years.

Increase funding for investment in 3G football pitches

Many grassroots football fixtures have been postponed due to grass pitches being in poor, unplayable condition. Many grassroots clubs do not have enough facilities available to accommodate the games.

Review accountability of schools using local authority SEN funding

Review how schools are held accountable if they fail to provide funded SEN support for vulnerable children, and review the need for statutory oversight so schools must evidence SEN funding.