UK Parliament Petitions

Polluter levy on companies whose products make up most litter

Introduce an annual independent nationwide litter audit to identify the brands and products most commonly found littering the UK’s streets, parks, countryside and waterways and introduce a polluter levy on the 100 companies whose branded pr

Abolish fees for passport name changes

Abolish fees for people who change their name on their passport due to marriage, divorce, gender reassignment, estrangement, or escaping domestic abuse, where the change is supported by official documents such as a marriage certificate or d

Ban recording devices that process personal data without consent

Pass a law which enacts a comprehensive ban on the sale, distribution, and operation of recording devices that process personal data, through AI or other means. This should include biometric, facial or audio recognition, without the explici

Ban anyone convicted of serious criminal offences from standing in elections

People with serious criminal convictions are allowed to stand for election for councillor after five years and once they leave prison, for MP. This includes terrorism, violence, sexual offences and fraud. We believe public office is a privi

Review and reform administration of Universal Credit & compensation

Universal Credit was established to help provide financial stability & support to those in need. However, we believe mounting evidence & widespread testimonies are revealing that injustice, financial distress, & systemic mismanagement have

Extend the Fuel Duty Freeze for Motorists For At Least Two More Years

Extend the temporary cut on fuel duty for motorists, set to end in March 2026 for a minimum of 2 more years, ensure fuel duty rates for motorists continue to stay frozen at the current headline rate during this period and set clear targets

Ban High-Silica Engineered Stone Worktops.

We want high-silica engineered stone worktops banned due to the risk of silicosis resulting from silica dust particles. This stone is a common product in the market in the UK. Engineered stone is banned in Australia.

Change the legal driving age to 15

I think the government should change the legal driving age to 15 because the legal age to drive is 17 and I think both 15 and 16 year olds will be able to drive.

Lower universal credit earnings threshold (the AET) for single parents

Many single parents are struggling to find more hours or new jobs that work around school holidays, resulting in pressure from the job centre with weekly phone calls / meetings. It is difficult to find holiday clubs for over 5’s in many are

Review use of the '"Child in Need" label by social workers & local authorities

We think the government should have a full, urgent review of how safeguarding applies to disabled children. We want respect and compassion for parent carers doing their best under impossible circumstances.

Facilitate a referendum on Scottish independence

We believe Scotland deserves independence.

Mandatory life sentence for involvement in trafficking women & children for sex

We ask the Government to take the lead in tackling human trafficking, in particular of women and children for sexual exploitation. We ask for the institution of mandatory life sentences for anyone involved in these crimes to deter those ope

Ban the use of all Single-Use Plastics

Ban use of all single-use plastics, including food packaging and product wrapping. We think this would reduce waste, protect the environment, and encourage manufacturers to adopt sustainable alternatives like plant-based or cornstarch solut

Ban ground rent on all leasehold properties.

I would like the government to introduce a bill which builds on the Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022 and Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024, extending the ground rent ban to all current leaseholds.

Continue the national Free School Meals voucher scheme for school holidays

Continue to give the national free school meals vouchers. These vouchers are vital for some parents on low incomes but the Government has now ended the scheme.

Guarantee 100% Pension Transfer to Surviving Spouses

We call upon the Government to enact legislation that guarantees surviving spouses receive 100% of their deceased partner’s pension—whether state, occupational, or private—without any reduction, delay, or discretionary limitations.

Exempt first time buyers from stamp duty

We urge the Government to remove stamp duty for first-time buyers to allow them to get onto the property ladder. Many first-time buyers have to cope with inflation and rising costs of properties, which are extremely difficult, and then pay

Make it a legal requirement to report cat collisions and cover vet fees

I propose that the government enforce a new law that requires all drivers involved in a cat collision to report it to the police and also be legally required to cover all veterinary expenses caused by the collision. Cats are loved pets too.

Introduce 10 year minimum sentence for rape, sexual assault & child sexual abuse

Campaign to improve justice for rape by introducing a minimum sentence of 10 years to reflect the severity of rape and sexual assault. Help strengthen public confidence to protect the most vulnerable.

Introduce targeted coastal trawling bans to protect ecosystems & reduce erosion

We call on the Government to establish 0–6 nautical mile exclusion zones for bottom-contact fishing in key UK coastal areas. We think this will allow kelp and seagrass recovery, strengthen natural defences like saltmarsh and dunes, and redu

Stop criminalisation of parents who take children abroad due to domestic abuse

75% of 'child abductions' involve mothers. Most are taking their child back to their country of origin and have experienced Domestic Abuse (DA).

Ban all electric scooters on public roads

We ask the Government to ban e-scooters on public roads due to the increasing number of accidents, injuries and fatalities. They pose serious risks to riders, pedestrians and other road users. Stronger regulation and enforcement is urgently

Require & fund local councils to provide public toilets

Introduce a duty that every council should be compelled to provide a public toilet service which can meet the needs of the entire population. The government should allocate sufficient funds to local councils to carry out these obligations.

Require convicted domestic abuse offenders to be placed on a national register

Create a national register for people convicted of domestic abuse offences, with appropriate safeguards, to help protect future partners and improve public safety. Domestic abuse often involves repeat offending.

Reduce fuel duty and remove VAT on petrol and diesel

The Government should reduce fuel duty and remove VAT from petrol and diesel to make fuel more affordable for drivers across the UK.