Open Petition since 20th November 2024

Call a General Election - 3,034,983 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 3,083,555 - 444 added in the past 24hrs)

I would like there to be another General Election.

I believe the current Labour Government have gone back on the promises they laid out in the lead up to the last election.

Debate: This petition was debated in Westminster Hall on 6th January 2025

The Government responsed to this petition on 6th December 2024 (View Full Response)
This Government was elected on a mandate of change at the July 2024 general election. Our full focus is on fixing the foundations, rebuilding Britain, and restoring public confidence in government.

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Open Petition since 22nd January 2025

Tighten the rules on political donations - 126,281 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 494,379 - 6,261 added in the past 24hrs)

We want the government to:
Remove loopholes that allow wealthy foreign individuals to make donations into UK political parties (e.g. by funnelling through UK registered companies).

Cap all donations to a reasonable amount.

Review limits on the fines that can be levied for breaking the rules

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Open Petition since 26th November 2024

Close the borders! Suspend ALL immigration for 5 years! - 209,254 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 235,449 - 227 added in the past 24hrs)

We believe our country is facing serious challenges both from legal and illegal migration, and think the only way to deal with this is to suspend all immigration temporarily for 5 years.

The Government responsed to this petition on 17th January 2025 (View Full Response)
The Government is taking the tough action required to reduce both illegal immigration and overall net migration, without the economic damage that would come from suspending immigration entirely.

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Open Petition since 21st November 2024

Introduce a compensation scheme for WASPI women - 154,829 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 171,010 - 182 added in the past 24hrs)

We call on the Government to fairly compensate WASPI women affected by the increases to their State Pension age and the associated failings in DWP communications.

The Government responsed to this petition on 9th December 2024 (View Full Response)
The Government is reviewing the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman’s report and once this work has been undertaken, will be in a position to outline its approach.

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Open Petition since 4th November 2024

Decriminalise Abortion - 82,704 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 166,729 - 1,060 added in the past 24hrs)

I am calling on the UK government to remove abortion from criminal law so that no pregnant person can be criminalised for procuring their own abortion.

The Government responsed to this petition on 23rd December 2024 (View Full Response)
All women have a right to access to safe, legal abortions on the NHS.

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Open Petition since 13th November 2024

Don't change inheritance tax relief for working farms - 147,147 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 153,700 - 64 added in the past 24hrs)

We think that changing inheritance tax relief for agricultural land will devastate farms nationwide, forcing families to sell land and assets just to stay on their property. We urge the government to keep the current exemptions for working farms.

The Government responsed to this petition on 5th December 2024 (View Full Response)
The Government’s commitment to farmers is steadfast. There is also an urgent need to repair the public finances in as fair a way as possible. The reform of the reliefs strikes the right balance.

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Open Petition since 7th November 2024

Introduce 16 as the minimum age for children to have social media - 125,198 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 130,114 - 51 added in the past 24hrs)

We believe social media companies should be banned from letting children under 16 create social media accounts.

The Government responsed to this petition on 17th December 2024 (View Full Response)
The government is aware of the ongoing debate as to what age children should have smartphones and access to social media. The government is not currently minded to support a ban for children under 16.

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Open Petition since 2nd December 2024

Don't apply VAT to independent school fees, or remove business rates relief. - 114,260 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 116,341 - 17 added in the past 24hrs)

Prevent independent schools from having to pay VAT on fees and incurring business rates as a result of new legislation.

The Government responsed to this petition on 20th December 2024 (View Full Response)
The Government will remove tax breaks for private schools. This will raise £1.8bn a year, helping to deliver the Government’s commitments for children in state schools.

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Open Petition since 31st October 2024

Apply for the UK to join the European Union as a full member as soon as possible - 69,202 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 102,815 - 376 added in the past 24hrs)

I believe joining the EU would boost the economy, increase global influence, improve collaboration and provide stability & freedom. I believe that Brexit hasn't brought any tangible benefit and there is no future prospect of any, that the UK has changed its mind and that this should be recognised.

The Government responsed to this petition on 19th November 2024 (View Full Response)
The Government was elected on a manifesto that made clear there will be no return to EU membership. However, we are determined to reset the UK-EU relationship, putting it on a more solid footing.

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Open Petition since 22nd November 2024

Ban driven grouse shooting - 53,600 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 95,485 - 376 added in the past 24hrs)

Chris Packham, Ruth Tingay and Mark Avery (Wild Justice) believe that driven grouse shooting is bad for people, the environment and wildlife. People; we think grouse shooting is economically insignificant when contrasted with other real and potential uses of the UK’s extensive uplands.

The Government responsed to this petition on 16th January 2025 (View Full Response)
The Government has no plans to ban driven grouse shooting. It recognises well-managed grouse shooting can be an important part of a local rural economy, providing direct and indirect employment.

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