Open Petition since 12th May 2025

Reverse guidance stopping refugees gaining citizenship - 30,583 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 30,688 - 23 added in the past 24hrs)

The 'Nationality: good character requirement' guidance was updated on 10 February 2025, preventing many refugees from ever becoming British citizens. We urge ministers to urgently reverse this policy or update the guidance to confirm refugees are exempt.

The Government responsed to this petition on 17th June 2025 (View Full Response)
We expect people applying for British citizenship, including refugees, to respect our laws. The good character policy is compliant with the Refugee Convention, and there are no plans to reverse it.

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Open Petition since 18th August 2025

Make the Armed Forces pension tax free - 29,191 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 30,665 - 14 added in the past 24hrs)

Make the Armed Forces pension at age 60 tax free.

The Government responsed to this petition on 15th September 2025 (View Full Response)
The government hugely values the service of our armed forces but currently has no plans to make Armed Forces pensions tax free at age 60

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Open Petition since 18th June 2025

Urgently regulate e-scooters - 28,420 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 28,983 - 13 added in the past 24hrs)

We are calling on the government to urgently legislate for: a ban on e-scooters for under-18s; mandatory e-scooter licencing, insurance, helmets and safety equipment; a ban on carrying passengers; and stricter punishments for those breaching or allowing breaches of laws related to e-scooters.

The Government responsed to this petition on 13th August 2025 (View Full Response)
Private e-scooters are illegal to use on public roads and the Government is taking action against mis-selling and illegal use. Rentals within national trials face strict requirements.

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Open Petition since 7th August 2025

Stop the double tax (IHT & Income Tax) of pension funds & death benefits - 23,699 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 28,924 - 56 added in the past 24hrs)

The Government are introducing inheritance tax to pension funds & death benefits from April 2027. When you die this may now result in a disproportionate and unfair double taxation on beneficiaries (income tax and inheritance tax) which we think results in a disincentive to funding a pension.

The Government responsed to this petition on 18th September 2025 (View Full Response)
More than 90 per cent of estates will still pay no inheritance tax each year. The Government is continuing to incentivise pensions for their intended purpose of funding retirement.

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Open Petition since 1st October 2025

Introduce a Pension Tax Lock to help protect retirement savings and incentives - 20,541 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 28,639 - 55 added in the past 24hrs)

The Chancellor should introduce a Pension Tax Lock: a commitment not to reduce the amount people can withdraw from their pension tax-free or the amount of tax relief given on pension contributions. We believe this would help ensure retirement savings are protected and people can save with confidence

The Government responsed to this petition on 22nd October 2025 (View Full Response)
The Government is committed to ensuring pensioners have security in retirement and has launched a Pensions Commission to look at what is required to ensure the system is strong, fair and sustainable.

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Open Petition since 14th July 2025

Add Sickle Cell Disease to NHS Prescription Charge Exemption List - 27,836 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 28,398 - 8 added in the past 24hrs)

We ask the Government to add Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) to the NHS prescription charge exemption list as soon as possible. This will help ensure those affected by this serious condition, which can be life-threatening, can access essential medication and treatments without financial burden.

The Government responsed to this petition on 11th August 2025 (View Full Response)
The Government has no current plans to add sickle cell disease to the medical exemption list. Extensive arrangements are in place in England to ensure that prescriptions are affordable for everyone.

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Open Petition since 13th May 2025

Apply for the UK to rejoin the EU fully - do not just 'reset' the relationship - 26,524 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 26,698 - 21 added in the past 24hrs)

I think the UK needs to rejoin the EU fully for maximum economic benefit and to restore influence rather than merely 'reset' relations.

The Government responsed to this petition on 10th July 2025 (View Full Response)
Britain will stay outside the EU, but we must make Brexit work. In May, the Government announced a new strategic partnership with the EU which will deliver economic and security benefits for the UK.

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Open Petition since 13th August 2025

Hold a referendum on introducing mandatory identity cards in the UK - 22,458 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 26,154 - 38 added in the past 24hrs)

We urge the Government to hold a referendum on any proposal to introduce identity cards, including the proposed “BritCard.” We oppose the implementation of a mandatory national identity card system, as we believe it could risk turning personal identification into a tool for state control.

The Government responsed to this petition on 20th October 2025 (View Full Response)
We have no plans to hold a referendum on the new digital identity scheme. There will be other ways for people to join a national conversation, including through a forthcoming consultation.

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Open Petition since 9th July 2025

Leave the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) - 20,385 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 24,562 - 64 added in the past 24hrs)

We urge the Government to leave the ECHR as we believe it will help protect British citizens. We think this could give the Government more flexibility to make policies to help reduce the level of illegal migration to the UK.

The Government responsed to this petition on 22nd September 2025 (View Full Response)
To achieve the Government’s goals to protect the UK’s border security and restore order to the asylum system, our priority should be to review the way the ECHR is interpreted, not withdraw from it.

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Open Petition since 15th October 2025

Recognise circus and fairgrounds in the UK inventory of ICH - 6,475 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 21,953 - 193 added in the past 24hrs)

The DCMS is drawing up an inventory of intangible cultural heritage (ICH) items following the signing of the UNESCO treaty on 'ICH'. We want circus and fairgrounds to be recognised on that inventory.

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