Make all court and tribunal transcripts available free of charge
- 202,657 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 205,811 - 34 added in the past 24hrs)
Make all court and tribunal transcripts available for free. Currently, fees can reach thousands, creating a "paywall" for justice. All legal records should be public property to help ensure transparency, allow for fair appeals, and support victims. Access to the law should not depend on wealth.
The Government responsed to this petition on 3rd March 2026 (View Full Response)Introduce 5yr Minimum Sentence for unlawfully carrying a Knife 3yrs Juveniles
- 52,195 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 56,404 - 48 added in the past 24hrs)
We've a knife crime epidemic with too many people carrying knives in public; As a serving police officer I tackled many offenders carrying a knife & once almost lost my life when stabbed in chest arresting a burglar; too many parents are planning funerals instead of bright futures for their children
The Government responsed to this petition on 16th February 2026 (View Full Response)Make it a crime to abandon someone in immediate danger without seeking help
- 28,424 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 39,926 - 302 added in the past 24hrs)
My sister Danielle died from asphyxiation during a domestic incident. She was locked in a property & died as result of being alone. There is currently no law requiring someone to take action when a life is at risk.
The Government responsed to this petition on 9th February 2026 (View Full Response)Introduce Legislation to make Verbal Abuse toward Police Officers an offence
- 1,818 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 10,684 - 210 added in the past 24hrs)
We believe that to some it's become acceptable that police officers get verbally abused and are considered too hardened to experience Harassment, Alarm of Distress for Public Order Act offences. They are public servants worthy of protection from abuse. Make it an offence to verbally abuse officers.
Do not remove trial by jury for certain cases
- 8,393 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 9,229 - 14 added in the past 24hrs)
The MoJ plans to remove the right to trial by jury for either-way cases with a likely sentence of three years or less. We believe it is an ancient right allowing us to be judged by our peers and this right must never be lost.
Increase minimum sentences for drug supply offences
- 786 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 3,220 - 105 added in the past 24hrs)
Drug supply should not be considered a victimless crime. Aggravating factors such as supply to vulnerable people and minors should be given greater consideration.
Make a dog injuring or killing a cat a specific offence
- 2,426 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 2,791 - 3 added in the past 24hrs)
Make it an offence for a dog to kill or seriously injure a cat, whether in public or on private property. Introduce penalties for negligent dog owners and compensation for cat owners that reflects the emotional impact & distress caused plus vet bills or cremation costs.
Review accountability for incorrect decisions regarding the removal of a child
- 2,582 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 2,583 - 3 added in the past 24hrs)
Review how officials, including judges, social workers, CAFCASS and police, can be held accountable for incorrect decisions regarding the removal of a child from a parent's care, including in cases where a parent's mental health is severely impacted.
Review anti-discrimination laws to strengthen trans women & LGBTQ+ protections
- 1,157 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 2,467 - 8 added in the past 24hrs)
Launch a review into strengthening legal protections and clearer enforcement against discrimination, harassment and exclusion of trans women and LGBTQ+ people in employment, education, healthcare, housing and public services, and requiring public bodies to follow consistent guidance.
Impose financial penalties when parent is killed due to dangerous driving
- 451 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 2,183 - 22 added in the past 24hrs)
We want courts to be able to order those convicted of killing a parent through drink driving, drug driving, dangerous driving or hit-and-run offences to pay ongoing financial support for the child. This could be known as "Butler’s Law".