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Donate Fighter Jets To Ukraine - Final Signatures: 64

Following recent reports of apparent war crimes against Ukrainian Prisoner of Wars by Russian Soldiers, we want the Government to changes its stance on the donation of fighter jets to Ukraine. We want the Government to donate fighter jets to Ukraine, to help the nation defend itself.


Closed Petition closed 6th November 2019

Extend the HM Forces Railcard scheme to include all UK Veterans - Final Signatures: 17,542

For many years now, members of Her Majesty's Armed Forces have enjoyed the benefits of reduced rate rail travel with the HM Forces Railcard. Recently the scheme was extended to include Reservists. This petition is to request that due consideration be given to extending this benefit to Veterans too.

The Government responsed to this petition on 2nd September 2019 (View Full Response)
Our veterans have demonstrated values, commitment and willingness to make the ultimate sacrifice. They continue to provide a rich contribution to society, which the Government holds in high regard.
Closed Petition closed 28th July 2019

Keep the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, the Red Arrows, in Lincolnshire - Final Signatures: 11,434

Lincolnshire has had strong links with the Royal Air Force since before its founding in 1918 and the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team has been synonymous with Lincolnshire for more than 30 years. The Red Arrows team should be kept in the county if RAF Scampton is to close.

The Government responsed to this petition on 11th June 2019 (View Full Response)
The RAF remains committed to Lincolnshire, which is one of three potential locations for basing the Red Arrows. Detailed studies are underway, the outcome of which will be publicised in due course.
Closed Petition closed 11th July 2019

Freeze the £1bn RFA ship tender till we leave EU directives, to ensure UK build. - Final Signatures: 22,854

A £1-BILLION contract could be lost from the UK because an EU directive forces the UK to accept international competition.
Thousands of jobs are at stake.
If Govt departs EU defence directives, it could use the WTO defence exemption to keep the work in the UK just like many other non-EU nations.

The Government responsed to this petition on 11th March 2019 (View Full Response)
The Royal Fleet Auxiliary Fleet Solid Support ships are not warships and there is no national security reason to limit their construction to the UK.
Closed Petition closed 27th September 2019

Introduce legal immunity for UK soldiers after a war or conflict ends - Final Signatures: 38,040

Introduce legal immunity for UK soldiers after a war or conflict ends to stop prosecution.
Please sign this petition for all UK soldiers to be pardoned/immune from prosecution after the end of any war or conflict for their service during it.

The Government responsed to this petition on 1st May 2019 (View Full Response)
The Government is considering proposals to enhance legal protections for Service personnel.
Closed Petition closed 28th September 2018

Fund and support a monument to the POLISH PILOT HEROES of the Battle of Britain. - Final Signatures: 11,872

Let’s build a 30 metre high dramatic memorial in Central London to the heroic Polish Pilots in the Battle of Britain 1940. Nor were the Poles invited to the British Victory Parade when the War ended. The proposed monument is a great opportunity to thank them for their sacrifice & dedication.

The Government responsed to this petition on 31st August 2018 (View Full Response)
The Polish contribution in the Battle of Britain is commemorated at the National Memorial Arboretum, Capel-le-Ferne, the Embankment, St Clement Danes Church, St Paul’s Cathedral and near RAF Northolt.
Closed Petition closed 4th November 2018

To make the Military Covenant legal and into Law - Final Signatures: 14,090

Our service personnel are being let down by our Government with their failure to live up to the Military Covenant, this is because it has no legal standing although the term "covenant" implies some form of legal guarantee or contract. In fact, the covenant itself is not enshrined in UK Law.

The Government responsed to this petition on 31st May 2018 (View Full Response)
The Armed Forces Covenant is enshrined in the 2011 Armed Forces Act. The Government has a statutory requirement to report annually to Parliament on its progress in delivering against the Covenant.
Closed Petition closed 31st January 2019

Reverse the decision to close RAF Scampton - Final Signatures: 23,508

The decision to close RAF Scampton is a national disgrace with so much history of bomber command there.

The Government responsed to this petition on 1st February 2019 (View Full Response)
The RAF recognises the historical significance of RAF Scampton. However, it is in a poor state of repair and would require considerable investment which would not be the best use of public money.
Closed Petition closed 1st April 2019

Ban the EU flag from UK Armed Forces uniforms. - Final Signatures: 18,643

It is a travesty to see uniforms of Her Majesty's Armed Forces corrupted with the flag of the EU, an anti-democratic wannabe superstate which we're thankfully leaving.
Members of the Armed Forces serve the Monarch and the democratic will of the British People and NOT Mr Juncker or EU technocrats.

The Government responsed to this petition on 31st October 2018 (View Full Response)
When UK Armed Forces contribute to multinational military operations they wear the insignia of that force. This is the case for all operations they serve on, including NATO, UN and EU operations.
Closed Petition closed 17th April 2018

Stop the cuts to the Royal Marines and the Royal Navy's amphibious assault ships - Final Signatures: 29,634

This petition calls on the Government to stop cuts to Devonport-based HMS Albion & HMS Bulwark. There has been recent media speculation that the Government is considering scrapping the Royal Navy's entire amphibious assault capabilities and cut 1,000 Royal Marines. We want these cuts stopped.

The Government responsed to this petition on 6th November 2017 (View Full Response)
A cross-Government review of national security capabilities is being conducted to ensure future investment is unified and efficient. No decisions have been made and the media articles are speculation.