UK Parliament Petitions
Public petitions to the UK Government and Parliament — signature counts, government responses and debate outcomes.
16,348 petitions
Do not implement the Independent Sentencing Review and hold further review
We want a further review of sentencing, looking at the impact on policing and public safety, and holding extensive consultation with the victims of crime. We think the impact on their mental health has not been addressed.
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Review consumer contract laws to stop non-agreed charges in construction
We urge the Government to review consumer contract laws to prevent builders from using the threat of stopping agreed contractual work to make contractors pay extra, non-agreed or retrospective payments. We believe these practices can exploi
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Provide funding so refuge spaces are free for all
We want the Government to ensure refuge spaces are free to anyone in need, regardless of income to enable everyone to find a safe haven when they need it. We feel that victims should not have to pay rent.
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Exempt employed British passport holders from paying income tax
We want the Government to exempt employed British passport holders from paying income tax
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Ban 8 hour a week employment contracts
I want 8 hours a week employment contracts to be banned for good as they can make it hard to afford to save up to achieve milestones like buying a house, learning to drive etc.
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Review the primary school curriculum to prepare children for secondary school
We urge the Government to review the national curriculum taught in primary schools to ensure Year 6 students are prepared for the transition to secondary school.
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Grant self-governing powers to Yorkshire
We propose the Government grant devolution to Yorkshire and give Yorkshire self-governing powers that are equivalent to that of a crown dependency, like the Isle of Man.
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Require parliamentary supermajority for certain overseas military action & bases
Prohibit UK military action in conflicts outside of Europe where NATO is not collectively engaged as an alliance unless: a) A direct threat to the UK is established, and b) A Parliamentary supermajority (e.g., two-thirds of MPs) votes in fa
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Review and fund mental health support for children under 10
We want the Government to review children's mental health services. We want better early intervention for younger children. We feel that children shouldn’t have to suffer for years until they hit breaking point at 10/11 years old before the
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Tax Relief for Blue Light Workers
Introduce a tax relief for Blue Light workers taking on extra shifts or working second jobs to ensure fair compensation. I think that high tax rates reduce earnings and discourage extra work.
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Change cold weather payments so it's a daily payment
We think the Cold Weather Payment should reflect daily costs, not just a weekly threshold. Heating a home costs the same per day regardless of whether the cold snap lasts 3 days or 7. Introduce daily payments for each day the temperature st
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Introduce Licensing for Mobile Phones to Prevent Scams and Protect Consumers
Introduce a licensing system for all mobile phones in the UK, including contract and pay-as-you-go devices. Require phones to be verified and linked to an account holder, ensuring they are genuine, secure, and preventing counterfeit phones
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Provide an exact number of prisoners who have murdered children aged under 16
I want the figures to be published on a twice-a-year basis. The announcement should be presented in layman's terms and categorised as to whether sexual or non-sexual.
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Deduct private health care charges from NI contributions.
I would like the government to introduce the option for those people who are working to take out private healthcare cover. The charges they pay will be deducted from their national insurance contributions once it has been calculated.
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Ban Variable Direct Debits
Ban the use of Variable Direct Debit. We think this leaves consumers in an unfair position as they may get multiple bills and multiple amounts are taken from their bank account per month.
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Lower the application age for the police to 16 and allow appointment at 17
As you can join the army at 16, we think you should be able to apply for the police at that age too.
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Make producers pay the end-of-life costs of short-lived plastic products
Introduce Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) requirements to producers and importers of short-lived, and difficult-to-recycle plastic products, which currently are outside of the EPR framework. Proposal shifts the burden from the taxpay
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Immediately start a programme of constructing desalination plants around the UK
Immediately begin construction of a network of desalination plants to supplement existing water resources.
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Remove VAT from sunscreen and sunblock
Skin cancer is increasing in the UK, with around 3,800 deaths reported annually. We believe sunscreen and sunblock should not be subject to VAT due to being a cosmetic product, and should be fully exempted from VAT.
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Review and strengthen CMS investigations of paying parent income
We want the Government to review and strengthen Child Maintenance investigations to ensure hidden or understated income are identified, including through financial and lifestyle evidence, ensuring children receive a fair contribution from b
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Update DfT guidance & give motorcycles access to all bus lanes
We call on the Government to update DfT guidance and make it a universal default rule to allow motorcycle access to bus lanes. We feel fragmented regulations and conflicting signage create unnecessary confusion, leading to unfair fines for
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Accelerate renewable energy adoption with increased investment
Increase investment in UK renewable energy infrastructure. Increase the number and accessibility of grants and incentives for households to adopt solar, heat pumps, and other low carbon technologies. Strengthen regulation of industrial emis
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Introduce regional stamp duty thresholds for first-time buyers
Create a fairer stamp duty system for residential first-time buyers by introducing region-specific, tiered stamp duty thresholds based on regional housing costs, with independent review, five-year updates, and consideration of transitional
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Ban travel insurance companies’ premium hikes for people who take medication
Ban travel insurance companies charging a premium for people who take medication, for example for high blood pressure and cholesterol. We think this is unnecessary if the person is taking their medication has their condition under control.
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Ban Isolation as a sanction in schools
The isolation sanction, which is widely used in schools, should be banned and replaced with something more effective and less psychologically distressing for students.
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