Open Petition since 15th January 2024

Offer the State Pension to all at 60, increase to equal 48hrs at the Living Wage - 57,054 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 61,765 - 58 added in the past 24hrs)

We want the Government to make the State Pension available from the age of 60, and increase this to equal 48 hours at the National Living Wage. Hence from April 2024 a universal State Pension should be £549.12 per week or £28,554.24 per year as a right to all, age 60 and above.

The Government responsed to this petition on 30th January 2024 (View Full Response)
The Government has no plans to increase the State Pension to equal 48 hours at the National Living Wage or to be made available from age 60.

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Open Petition since 14th February 2024

Don’t ban flavoured e-liquids for e-cigarettes - 52,426 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 61,102 - 78 added in the past 24hrs)

We would like the Government to not ban flavoured e-liquids for e-cigarettes. We believe the vaping industry has helped many people quit cigarettes which contain tobacco - a product which is single handily responsible for over 8 million deaths a year across the globe (estimated by WHO).

The Government responsed to this petition on 12th March 2024 (View Full Response)
To address the rise in youth vaping, vape flavours that appeal to children will be restricted. We will consult further, being mindful of the role flavours can play in supporting adult smokers quit.

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Open Petition since 10th November 2023

Make State Pensions tax free - 53,291 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 53,885 - 39 added in the past 24hrs)

The Government should remove income tax on State Pension payments, to reduce the tax burden on pensioners.

The Government responsed to this petition on 29th January 2024 (View Full Response)
The Personal Allowance is set at a level high enough to ensure that pensioners whose sole income is the new or basic State Pension do not pay income tax.

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Open Petition since 6th December 2023

Pause Ofsted inspections and reform how school performance is evaluated - 50,856 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 51,025 - 4 added in the past 24hrs)

This petition is calling for routine Ofsted inspections to be paused so that the recommendations of the Beyond Ofsted inquiry can be implemented, moving to a system of self-evaluation by schools, supported by external school improvement partners, and a more limited role for Ofsted.

The Government responsed to this petition on 4th January 2024 (View Full Response)
The government remains committed to the regular Ofsted inspection of all schools. Inspection plays a vital role in providing assurance that pupils are receiving a high-quality education and are safe.

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Open Petition since 21st December 2023

Immediately revoke all licences for arms exports to Israel - 45,795 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 47,626 - 32 added in the past 24hrs)

The UK is complicit in arming Israel, and many regard Israel to be committing war crimes.

The Government responsed to this petition on 5th March 2024 (View Full Response)
HM Government takes its export control responsibilities very seriously and rigorously assesses every application on a case-by-case basis against the Strategic Export Licensing Criteria.

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Open Petition since 18th December 2023

Close the borders! Suspend ALL immigration for 5 years. - 40,605 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 43,262 - 49 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 27th February 2024 (View Full Response)
The Government has implemented the most significant measures in a generation to reduce legal migration and end illegal migration; however, suspending immigration entirely would harm the UK’s economy.

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Open Petition since 30th January 2024

Raise the personal tax allowance to £15,000 - 20,132 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 40,020 - 1,094 added in the past 24hrs)

We think the Government should put up the personal tax allowance to £15,000. This could help people on a low wage and help with the increase in the cost of living.

The Government responsed to this petition on 19th April 2024 (View Full Response)
The Government has nearly doubled the Personal Allowance since 2010, ensuring the lowest earners pay no income tax. As with all tax policy, the Government keeps the Personal Allowance under review.

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Open Petition since 24th January 2024

Provide funding for STI screening at the beginning of a pregnancy - 20,499 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 39,142 - 1,034 added in the past 24hrs)

On 14/09/2023 I gave birth to my daughter, Harper Rose at 18wks 3days pregnant due to an infection. Harper Rose lived for 30 minutes before sadly passing away. 4 days later I found out that I had 2 STIs.

The Government responsed to this petition on 17th April 2024 (View Full Response)
Currently the NHS offers screening at around 10 weeks’ gestation for three infections that can be sexually transmitted – HIV, syphilis and Hepatitis B.

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Open Petition since 28th March 2024

Enact legislation to make 'psychologist' a protected title - 10,774 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 33,584 - 146 added in the past 24hrs)

Anyone can use the title of 'psychologist'. We believe this undermines public trust and contributes to harm. Nine types of 'psychologist' role are protected (i.e. clinical, health), regulated by HCPC and adhere to strict standards. We want any use of the title 'psychologist' to be protected.

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Open Petition since 30th January 2024

Ban smartphones and camera phones for under 16s - 22,416 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 33,290 - 113 added in the past 24hrs)

I have many concerns regarding the use of mobile phones that can access photographs and social media for children under 16. I believe there are too many safeguarding concerns, exploitation, cyber bullying and group trolling that can be mentally damaging children's well being.

The Government responsed to this petition on 15th March 2024 (View Full Response)
The government is committed to making the UK the safest place to be a child online, as evidenced by the Online Safety Act. We are focused on implementing the regime as soon as possible.

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