UK Parliament Petitions

Public petitions to the UK Government and Parliament — signature counts, government responses and debate outcomes.

17,310 petitions

Increase defence spending by 0.15% of GDP per year, until it reaches 3.5% of GDP

We believe the UK should allocate an additional 0.15% of GDP per year to the defence budget, until it reaches 3.5% of GDP, set a clear plan for doing so, and implement that plan as soon as possible.

closedOpened 24 Dec 2024
767

signatures

Increase the DWP Christmas bonus for benefit claimants to £20

Increase the amount given for Christmas bonus. Increase the amount to £20

closedOpened 28 Nov 2024
766

signatures

Ban synthetic fragrance chemicals from public spaces and enforce full labelling

We want the Government to ban the use of synthetic fragrance chemicals and ambient scenting in public spaces, and introduce mandatory full-ingredient labelling including health risks on all fragranced consumer products.

openOpened 4 Aug 2026
765

signatures

Ban the use of smart glasses with recording capability in public spaces

We ask the Government to ban smart glasses with cameras in public spaces. We believe they allow secret filming, and undermine privacy, safety and the public’s right to know when they’re being recorded.

closedOpened 14 Oct 2025
765

signatures

Hold a rejoin EU referendum now

We call for a referendum on whether the United Kingdom should rejoin the European Union after the Brexit referendum, giving the public a fresh, informed choice based on current realities and future needs.

openOpened 2 Jun 2026
764

signatures

Give vets powers to seize animals if there is neglect or abuse & punish owners

If an animal is brought to a vet, we think they should be able to make the decision that due to the severity of neglect they will seize the animal. We think the owner should be fined, added to a register and unable to obtain animals in the

closedOpened 12 May 2025
762

signatures

Link the personal tax free allowance to a cost of living/ inflation index.

1 Remove 2028 lock on personal allowance 2 Benchmark to a cost of living index similar to state pension 3 Review and amend annually

closedOpened 21 Feb 2025
762

signatures

Vehicle recall: Courtesy car, compensation, cost cover & repair time limit

Require car manufacturers to provide courtesy cars or compensation when issuing ‘do not drive’ recalls. We think support must include alternative transport, cover for ongoing costs, and compensation for stress and inconvenience. Set a legal

closedOpened 6 Aug 2025
761

signatures

Fund a mandatory NHS wide digital patient record across all NHS hospitals

Patients may experience fragmented or delayed care because NHS trusts use different record systems. We want a single mandatory NHS-wide digital patient record to help prevent errors or lost information, and stop patients being triaged or tr

closedOpened 20 Mar 2026
757

signatures

Develop, publish, and implement a new National Dementia Strategy

Since the national dementia strategy published under the 2010-2015 Government, we have no dementia strategy in this country.

closedOpened 24 Dec 2024
757

signatures

Reverse Abortion Decriminalisation in England and Wales

We urge the UK Government to reverse abortion decriminalisation in England and Wales, voted by 379 MPs on 17 June 2025. Many believe this undermines life. Reinstate penalties under the 1861 Offences Against the Person Act to protect unborn

closedOpened 14 Jul 2025
755

signatures

Change the law to allow dogs and cats to travel in airplane cabins into the UK

We ask the Government to change the law to allow dogs and cats to enter the UK in the aircraft cabin under strict health, safety, and airline regulations. We believe pet owners should have the freedom to choose cabin or cargo travel based o

closedOpened 5 Jun 2025
755

signatures

Mandate whole life orders for people who rape or murder women or children

Legislate so that anyone convicted of the rape or murder of women or children can never be released. Such offenders should face indefinite containment with no parole or early release, putting public safety and victims’ rights above offender

closedOpened 31 Oct 2025
754

signatures

Fund a pancreatic cancer screening programme

There is currently no routine screening programme on the NHS for pancreatic cancer, which is detected in far too many cases when it is too late to be cured. This affects thousands of families. It is one of the deadliest cancers, yet there i

openOpened 3 Jul 2026
753

signatures

UK to refuse to recognise Palestine. UK to supply Israel with military support

We believe recognition of Palestine is contrary to The Montevideo Convention on the duty and rights of States....recognition we believe contravenes the convention and international law. We believe recognition will reward terrorists now and

closedOpened 10 Sept 2025
752

signatures

Change waste classification laws so pet ashes can be buried with owners

We want the Government to change the law to permit pet ashes in human graves by ending their classification as waste so that families can be buried with their beloved pets.

openOpened 30 Jul 2026
748

signatures

Fund free Meningitis B & ACWY vaccines on the NHS for all

I do not think that private medical companies should be able to charge hundreds of pounds for Meningitis B & ACWY vaccines. I think they should be provided free for everyone of any age on the NHS.

closedOpened 19 May 2025
748

signatures

Introduce a public misconduct register for police accountability & transparency

Legislate to introduce a public misconduct register for police found guilty of misconduct or gross misconduct, including bullying and discrimination. We think this should be known as 'Isabelle’s Law'.

closedOpened 19 Nov 2025
747

signatures

Review the child maintenance service

Review the child maintenance service.

closedOpened 14 Jan 2025
746

signatures

Strengthen laws on ending the use of Listed assets

I ask Parliament to strengthen Planning Laws and require any organisation wanting to end use of a Listed asset to provide valid Planning reasons to the Planning Authority if they wish to end the function of a Listed asset.

closedOpened 30 Apr 2026
743

signatures

Fund breast cancer referrals for all patients regardless of age & family history

Fund urgent breast cancer referrals for any patient presenting breast cancer symptoms to a GP and ensure they are automatically put on the urgent referral pathway, regardless of their age or family history.

openOpened 11 Aug 2026
742

signatures

Government to review funding and regulations for Medical Fitness to drive

Increase Grant Funding to Driving Mobility Centres to prevent further centre closures. Extend the responsibility to declare a medical condition to the DVLA to include any medical professional who confirms the diagnosis. Enhance control of

closedOpened 17 Feb 2026
742

signatures

Students with 90%+ attendance to be able to go on holiday during term time

We think that if a child maintains 90%+ attendance parents have proven their commitment and should not be fined or prosecuted for brief absences. In our view, enforcement should target persistent low attendance below 90%, where a child’s ed

closedOpened 25 Mar 2026
741

signatures

Raise the age of consent to 18 with peer exception for 16-17 year olds

Set the legal age of consent at 18. Allow a “close-in-age” or “peer” exception: 16–17 year olds can consent only with other 16–17 year olds. Make it illegal for any adult (18+) to engage in sexual activity with someone under 18, unless they

openOpened 14 May 2026
739

signatures

Launch a review into job shortages facing new qualified midwives & fund support

We urge the Government to launch a review into job shortages for newly qualified midwives, and increase funding for more Band 5 jobs and general support for newly qualified midwives to ensure a clear pathway to employment for them.

closedOpened 23 Jul 2025
739

signatures

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