Decriminalise Abortion
- 40,343 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 77,592 - 331 added in the past 24hrs)
I am calling on the UK government to remove abortion from criminal law so that no pregnant person can be criminalised for procuring their own abortion.
Exempt all social care providers from the employer NIC increase
- 34,660 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 41,013 - 48 added in the past 24hrs)
We believe the increase in employer National Insurance will put immense pressure on the social care sector, a sector already stretched by funding and staffing issues. We call on the government to review this decision and exempt all social care providers from these added costs.
The Government responsed to this petition on 4th December 2024 (View Full Response)Introduce new air quality and PPE rules for health and social care settings
- 2,989 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 6,725 - 63 added in the past 24hrs)
We want the Government to set new rules on air quality and infection control in health and social care settings, to prevent and control airborne infections, with new ventilation and filtration requirements, new PPE standards and staffing rules, and monitoring and inspection to ensure compliance.
Increase Carer's Allowance to equal minimum wage
- 3,110 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 4,831 - 13 added in the past 24hrs)
Carer's Allowance is currently £327.60 every 4 weeks for people who care for someone for at least 35 hours per week. Around £2.34 p/hour.
Fund improvements to secondary care community mental health services
- 783 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 4,616 - 84 added in the past 24hrs)
We think patients should be supported by a qualified & compassionate workforce with the time & resources to provide effective support is essential & cost effective.
Reduce the maximum decibel limit on fireworks from 120 to 90
- 3,591 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 4,304 - 11 added in the past 24hrs)
We think the current noise limits were likely created based upon neurotypical healthy adults. The limit should take into account neurodiverse people and animals that have higher sensitivity to noise.
Review how to turn the MHRA into a fully transparent, patient first regulator
- 966 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 3,968 - 96 added in the past 24hrs)
We believe the MHRA should be independently reviewed. This should cover approval and surveillance processes, funding & accountability. It should consider how to ensure the transparency of decisions, prioritisation of patient safety, and how to ensure there aren’t conflict of interests.
Fund Breast Cancer Screening from Age 40 & Alternative Screening Options
- 2,280 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 2,833 - 4 added in the past 24hrs)
We urge the Government to fund breast cancer screening at 40+, as thousands under 50 are diagnosed yearly. Early screening can save lives and lessen the need for aggressive treatments. Invest in alternative screening, including options for dense breast tissue, to help ensure no one is overlooked.
Direct the UKHSA to monitor COVID infections that occur in particular settings.
- 1,218 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 1,863 - 4 added in the past 24hrs)
Ensure that the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) monitors, and reports on, the numbers of COVID infections that occur in healthcare settings through its routine surveillance programmes, and advises on how to prevent and control infection in establishments such as hospitals, care homes and schools.
Fund Covid booster vaccines for all, with priority for Long Covid sufferers
- 496 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 1,593 - 8 added in the past 24hrs)
Long Covid can ruin lives and cause financial hardship so we believe the Government must try to prevent new Covid infections. We want free Covid booster vaccines for all and Long Covid sufferers should be a prioritised group.