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Closed Petition closed 18th November 2018

Proscribe Hizballah in its entirety under the Terrorism Act 2000 - Final Signatures: 15,042

Supporters of Hizballah annually parade through London and are permitted to do so on the grounds that only Hizballah’s “military wing” is proscribed. Even Hizballah admits there is no “military wing”. We must stop these parades on our streets.

The Government responsed to this petition on 15th June 2018 (View Full Response)
While we keep the list of proscribed organisations under review, we do not routinely comment on whether an organisation is or is not under consideration for proscription.
Closed Petition closed 14th November 2018

The Government should end experiments on dogs. - Final Signatures: 80,691

The evidence that using dogs in regulatory testing advances scientific knowledge or human safety is limited, yet it causes immense suffering to thousands of dogs every year. [Cruelty Free International]
In 2016, 4,932 tests were carried out on dogs, a 6% rise on 2015. [UK Home Office Annual Stats]

The Government responsed to this petition on 15th June 2018 (View Full Response)
The Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986 gives dogs special status whereby they can only be used in experiments if there is no alternative research model and if their use can be fully justified.
Closed Petition closed 27th January 2019

The UK government should ban Steve Bannon from entering the UK - Final Signatures: 13,392

Steve Bannon is a far-right political figure who poses a direct risk to the security of the UK. He should not be allowed to enter the UK to spread messages of hate.

The Government responsed to this petition on 20th August 2018 (View Full Response)
The Government has a policy of not routinely commenting on individual immigration or exclusion cases.
Closed Petition closed 28th December 2018

Remove article 15 of the Offensive Weapons Bill (HC Bill 232) - Final Signatures: 24,015

After numerous representations to the Home Office and Metropolitan Police offering multiple solutions that will reduce availability of blades to those who wish to use them as weapons the Government have persisted with a misinformed proposal which is at best misguided and at worst dangerous.

The Government responsed to this petition on 18th July 2018 (View Full Response)
The Bill prevents knives which cause serious harm from being delivered to residential addresses but does not stop delivery of bladed items and knives to business premises or businesses run from home.
Closed Petition closed 1st December 2018

Make entering and occupying land without consent a criminal offence - Final Signatures: 31,418

Removing trespassers from public and private land is a lengthy process. Damage and disruption caused during this time, especially to the local environment are often irreparable and subsequent clean-up operations costly. Currently, repeat offenders simply move on to the next available open space.

The Government responsed to this petition on 19th July 2018 (View Full Response)
The Government is currently considering the responses to the consultation on the effectiveness of powers to deal with unauthorised development and encampments, before deciding on any further action.
Closed Petition closed 17th February 2019

Ban face coverings in public - Final Signatures: 14,067

People can not be identified when the face is covered and people are becoming more offended and some even scared, with different gangs appearing all over and violent crimes are being committed.

The Government responsed to this petition on 21st December 2018 (View Full Response)
The Government does not support a general ban on the wearing of face coverings in public.
Closed Petition closed 1st May 2019

Launch an inquiry into the possible link between cannabis and violence - Final Signatures: 12,570

Cannabis is a common factor in an alarming number of violent crimes, including murder, rape and child abuse, as well as suicide. As calls for the legalisation of cannabis grow ever louder, we demand the government first investigate the possible link between cannabis and violence.

The Government responsed to this petition on 26th February 2019 (View Full Response)
We have no intention of legalising cannabis. We are aware of the strong link between drug misuse and offending and an independent review will further add to our understanding of this.
Closed Petition closed 1st May 2019

Investigate what more can be done to tackle van theft and van tool theft. - Final Signatures: 40,262

The loss of a van and/or tools can severely impact on a tradesperson. Even if they are insured, sourcing replacements, organising van repairs and rebooking appointments means significant time out of work. For those who cannot find affordable insurance, this can lead to the loss of livelihood.

The Government responsed to this petition on 22nd November 2018 (View Full Response)
The Government takes these crimes very seriously. There are robust penalties in law to deal with theft and we are supporting the police to explore what more can be done to tackle stolen goods markets.
Closed Petition closed 6th May 2019

Ban all ISIS members from returning to UK - Final Signatures: 598,254

Ban all ISIS members from returning to the UK, remove their citizenship and passports

Debate: This petition was debated in Westminster Hall on 18th March 2019

The Government responsed to this petition on 27th November 2018 (View Full Response)
British citizenship can be removed if it does not render the individual stateless. Any risk posed by those who return from Syria will be managed and they may be investigated for criminal offences.
Closed Petition closed 14th March 2018

Legalise cannabis for medical and recreational use. - Final Signatures: 25,399

It is time for the government to accept that cannabis should be legal. Prohibition has done nothing to reduce drug use and it is hypocritical for the government to allow alcohol and tobacco but not weed. Cannabis should be sold in licensed shops to prevent youth access and regulate the THC level.

The Government responsed to this petition on 30th November 2017 (View Full Response)
This Government has no plans to legalise cannabis. Raw cannabis is not recognised in the UK as having any medicinal benefit.