Open Petition since 24th February 2026

Ban atmospheric geoengineering in UK - 38,524 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 80,456 - 353 added in the past 24hrs)

Prohibit all atmospheric geoengineering and weather-modification in the UK. These practices could raise environmental and public health concerns and lack transparency. We call for independent research, democratic oversight, and clear law.

The Government responsed to this petition on 16th April 2026 (View Full Response)
The UK does not undertake any form of weather modification. The Government is not in favour of deploying Solar Radiation Modification and has no plans to do so.

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Open Petition since 7th January 2026

Government apology and compensation for 1950s Women affected by pension changes - 70,448 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 71,761 - 26 added in the past 24hrs)

We ask Government to deliver a fair, timely, fully transparent apology that reflects ALL evidence based on what we think constitutes maladministration and discrimination; and addresses the financial, emotional and personal hardship experienced by 1950s women caused by pension changes.

The Government responsed to this petition on 9th February 2026 (View Full Response)
We apologised for not sending State Pension age letters sooner. Deciding not to pay compensation and the Ombudsman’s report relate to that, not the petition’s “hardship...caused by pension changes”.

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Open Petition since 11th February 2026

Do not ban social media for under 16s - 63,958 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 66,341 - 32 added in the past 24hrs)

I think the government shouldn’t ban social media for under 16s. This is because for many young people social media is how they communicate with their friends. Some people view social media as a lifeline. A community, a supportive network. This is why I think the government shouldn’t ban it.

The Government responsed to this petition on 4th March 2026 (View Full Response)
The government recognises the benefits of digital technologies, including social media, for children. We are consulting on how to ensure children have an enriching and positive experience online.

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Open Petition since 13th January 2026

Introduce a screening programme for prostate cancer, starting with high-risk men - 61,629 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 65,087 - 60 added in the past 24hrs)

We are calling on the Government to reassess the UK National Screening Committee’s (UK NSC) draft recommendation not to offer prostate cancer screening to anyone except men with BRCA1/2 genetic variants, and to introduce screening for all high-risk men.

The Government responsed to this petition on 26th February 2026 (View Full Response)
The UK National Screening Committee consulted on a draft prostate cancer screening recommendation and will make a final recommendation soon. The Government will then consider whether to accept it.

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Open Petition since 16th January 2026

Introduce 5yr Minimum Sentence for unlawfully carrying a Knife 3yrs Juveniles - 52,162 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 54,544 - 27 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)
The Government is not planning to introduce minimum sentences for carrying a knife. The law already provides for minimum custodial sentences for repeat knife possession and threatening with a weapon.

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Open Petition since 22nd December 2025

Keep the 5-Year ILR route for refugees. Do not extend it to 10 or 20 years - 52,629 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 53,079 - 7 added in the past 24hrs)

We call on the UK Government to preserve the current 5-year route (ILR) for refugees and people with humanitarian protection.

The Government responsed to this petition on 14th April 2026 (View Full Response)
As set out in the Restoring Order & Control paper, those eligible for protection will be on a 20-year route to settlement. We will introduce a new route where refugees may ‘earn’ settlement sooner.

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Open Petition since 15th January 2026

Stop proposed changes to the Motability Scheme - 32,833 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 53,007 - 731 added in the past 24hrs)

The recent budget has announced taxes on advanced payments and a decrease in mileage allowances. We believe this is unfair to the most vulnerable in society and could affect their independence.

The Government responsed to this petition on 13th April 2026 (View Full Response)
The Government and Motability have worked in partnership to develop reforms which strike the right balance between delivering a key service for disabled people and fairness to the taxpayer.

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Open Petition since 6th February 2026

Reduce Vehicle Excise Duty by 50% for vehicles aged 20 to 39 years - 49,378 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 51,344 - 18 added in the past 24hrs)

Introduce a 50% VED reduction for cars aged 20–39. High taxes force functional vehicles to be scrapped, creating a "disposable" culture. Keeping existing cars is greener than building new ones, as it preserves embedded carbon. This "Young-Timer" bracket supports the circular economy and UK heritage.

The Government responsed to this petition on 23rd February 2026 (View Full Response)
The Government has no plans to reduce Vehicle Excise Duty liabilities for vehicles aged 20 to 39 years. The Government keeps all taxes under review and the Chancellor makes decisions at fiscal events.

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Open Petition since 10th April 2026

Stop pilot scheme giving up to £40,000 to failed asylum seeker families - 8,683 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 43,697 - 377 added in the past 24hrs)

The UK government should stop its pilot scheme offering failed asylum seekers our hard earned money for them to leave the UK.

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Open Petition since 23rd October 2025

Make it an offence to carry a catapult in public without lawful defence - 41,089 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 41,199 - 26 added in the past 24hrs)

Change the law so catapult possession in public is an offence. Currently, police must prove intent or use to cause harm. We propose it becomes an absolute offence, like air rifles, without lawful defence. Rising attacks on people, animals, and wildlife show stronger powers are needed.

The Government responsed to this petition on 16th December 2025 (View Full Response)
There are laws that can already be used against individuals who use catapults as a weapon, but the Government understands the concerns and is actively looking at this issue.

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