New Disclosure and Safeguarding Mechanism for At-Risk Children
- 109,714 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 109,811 - 221 added in the past 24hrs)
We propose a statutory safeguarding framework that facilitates proactive information sharing where a child is at risk due to a parent or caregiver’s known history, even when current laws may not trigger disclosure.
The Government responsed to this petition on 7th January 2026 (View Full Response)Make it statutory guidance not to remove break-times for neurodivergent children
- 49,378 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 49,512 - 102 added in the past 24hrs)
We feel that neurodivergent children (especially children with hyperactive/impulsive or combined ADHD) need movement to help regulate their brains. We think we need to stop punishing neurodivergent children in schools by removing access to outdoor play and movement opportunities.
The Government responsed to this petition on 25th September 2025 (View Full Response)Commission independent inquiry into delays in SEND education provision
- 34,780 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 39,430 - 96 added in the past 24hrs)
Many children with SEND are being failed. Some families can wait months or even years for support, leaving children without the education they are legally entitled to and causing long-term harm.
The Government responsed to this petition on 22nd January 2026 (View Full Response)Withdraw the Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill immediately
- 19,762 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 38,360 - 170 added in the past 24hrs)
Government to withdraw the Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill immediately, because it downgrades education for all children, undermines educators and parents. We think it will cause harm to children, with their details being digitally stored for anyone to use without permission.
Introduce an independent appeals panel for school absences
- 8,406 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 19,966 - 121 added in the past 24hrs)
As it stands, the decision whether a school absence is authorised or not lies solely with the headteacher or designated attendance officer. If this person deems the absence as not "exceptional" enough, or marks an illness absence as unauthorised, there is no formal right of appeal for parents.
Criminalise & legally require schools to tackle bullying in & out of school
- 16,790 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 18,552 - 47 added in the past 24hrs)
We urge the Government to make repeated bullying over the age of 10 a specific criminal offence, and to make it a legal requirement for schools to act on all forms of bullying, inside and out of school, and mandate mental health reviews after bullying-related self-harm.
The Government responsed to this petition on 26th November 2025 (View Full Response)Pause and review the use of EdTech in schools and early years settings
- 3,749 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 6,284 - 26 added in the past 24hrs)
Pause all pupil-facing 1:1 device and EdTech use in schools and early years settings—except for children with specific technology needs—unless and until reputable, independent assessments confirm both net educational benefit and no unacceptable safeguarding, health or wellbeing risks for children.
Create an independent early years funding review
- 5,158 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 5,200 - 2 added in the past 24hrs)
We ask Government to establish an Independent Early Years Funding Review Body. Similar to the School Teachers’ Review Body, it could take evidence from providers, parents and experts and recommend fair funding rates based on actual costs, not political decisions, for the Government to respond to.
Introduce a Minister of Mental Wellbeing for Young Adults
- 1,700 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 4,728 - 20 added in the past 24hrs)
Introduce a Minister, with their own team and department, focused on the mental wellbeing of young adults in the UK, decreasing indices such as suicide and self-harm rates, and increasing the overall optimism amongst the youth of this country.
Introduce British Sign Language (BSL) to all primary school children
- 2,311 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 2,755 - 11 added in the past 24hrs)
Use digital platforms to introduce BSL to all children within primary schools. Studies suggest sign-language use improves spelling, reading and language skills for all. It promotes inclusion of hearing-impaired children, supporting better educational, employment, and mental health outcomes.