Exempt all social care providers from the employer NIC increase
- 35,938 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 36,925 - 10 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)Do not stop transgender people from receiving care in mainstream hospital wards
- 12,096 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 36,486 - 149 added in the past 24hrs)
The previous government proposed changes to the NHS constitution which would mean transgender hospital patients in England may not be treated in female- and male-only wards. We believe that this segregation is discriminatory, dangerous, and violates the Equality Act 2010 and it must not go ahead.
An independent evaluation of the Cass review on child gender services
- 13,481 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 22,620 - 118 added in the past 24hrs)
We believe that trans healthcare should be based on unbiased research that is peer reviewed. We think that the Cass review's findings have led to restrictive practices that are being directly felt by transgender children.
The Government responsed to this petition on 14th January 2025 (View Full Response)Review how to turn the MHRA into a fully transparent, patient first regulator
- 3,163 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 7,084 - 30 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 improvements to secondary care community mental health services
- 2,012 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 6,148 - 71 added in the past 24hrs)
We think supporting patients with a qualified & compassionate workforce that have sufficient time & resources to provide effective support is essential & cost effective.
Fund post-surgery bras/breast protheses voucher scheme for all women post cancer
- 1,543 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 5,489 - 119 added in the past 24hrs)
I would like the Government to fund a voucher scheme for all women for post surgery bras and breast prosthesis, giving ladies a choice. This would expand the current scheme to enable all women to access support, regardless of their age or income.
Increase Carer's Allowance to equal minimum wage
- 3,550 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 5,482 - 20 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 Breast Cancer Screening from Age 40 & Alternative Screening Options
- 2,871 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 5,369 - 60 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.
Introduce new air quality and PPE rules for health and social care settings
- 3,971 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 4,599 - 6 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.
Reduce the maximum decibel limit on fireworks from 120 to 90
- 3,959 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 4,294 - 4 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.