Due to evidence showing that a child's vertebrae is connected via cartilage not ossified bone, this does not happen until roughly age 4-6. A severe crash could result in the cartilage stretching and rupturing the spinal cord. It is 5 times safer for an under 4 to travel rearwards.
Exempt vehicles 25 years and over from vehicle road tax
- Final Signatures: 67
I would like Government to reconsider allowing no road duty on vehicles 25 and over. It would help keep many more classic British cars on the road.
Put an engine size cap for all new drivers for 3 years
- Final Signatures: 27
Cap all new drivers to a 1.2ltr engine size (1,160cc) for the first 3 years of holding a driving license.
Create an "18 Saver Railcard" for students in England
- Final Signatures: 23
Introduce an 18 Saver Railcard in England to allow those still in education and dependant on their parents to get 50% off standard fares. There is a Wales 18 Saver Railcard that provides a 50% discount on standard fares on Transport for Wales rail services. We want the same for students in England.
Provide grants to pay for the training of more HGV Drivers
- Final Signatures: 84
During the current circumstances of COVID-19 and Brexit there is a National shortage of HGV and other deliver drivers. The costs of training should be met by the Government given this unprecedented situation.
Cyclists should be required to take theory and practical tests to use the road. Cyclists should pay vehicle excise duty. Cyclists should have at least third-party insurance. Bicycles should be registered, traceable and have yearly roadworthiness check.
Hold a public vote on HS2 project as it is being paid for by the public
- Final Signatures: 13,949
I would like a public vote/referendum on whether we want to spend in excess of £100 billion on a train project which will destroy or irreparably damage natural habitats and wildlife sites along the route.
The Government responsed to this petition on 5th January 2021 (View Full Response)We want the Government to make it a legal requirement for train companies to provide full refunds automatically, into the customer's bank account, if a train arrives more than 15 minutes late.
Commit to building the eastern leg of HS2 to Leeds
- Final Signatures: 381
The Government must build the eastern leg of HS2 in full to deliver it's promise to level up the North. To achieve the full benefits of Phase 1 the full Y shaped network must be built. The planned route is a result of years of work. We believe it is the best option for the UK rail network.
Provide additional funding for more bike lanes
- Final Signatures: 32
We want more bike lanes for cyclists who need to get places, such as get to trails, or get to work. This could help reduce car use, and so carbon dioxide levels. This could also mean road cyclists have less fear of getting hit by a car and may feel more inclined to go on their bike.