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Open Petition since 6th December 2023

Pause Ofsted inspections and reform how school performance is evaluated - 50,753 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 50,951 - 3 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.
Open Petition since 30th January 2024

Ban smartphones and camera phones for under 16s - 17,428 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 36,685 - 168 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.
Open Petition since 4th March 2024

Reinstate Martial Arts as one of the approved activities for GCSE PE - 7,364 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 30,551 - 171 added in the past 24hrs)

Martial Arts is a popular sport for children. Yet dedicated, passionate, talented students can no longer use them for GCSE. I think Martial Arts are wholly inclusive, appeal to all genders, all ethnic backgrounds and children with SEN. They can help promote fitness, self-discipline and respect.


Open Petition since 9th November 2023

Require CCTV cameras on school transport for kids with special educational needs - 15,340 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 15,719 - 20 added in the past 24hrs)

Children with special educational needs are often transported to school via transport arranged through the council. We want cameras onboard to help ensure the safety of those onboard, and allow for the review of incidents involving students who may not be able to speak, report, or defend themselves.

The Government responsed to this petition on 9th February 2024 (View Full Response)
Safeguarding children is of paramount importance. We expect everyone involved in the delivery of school transport to take their responsibilities seriously but have no plans to require CCTV.
Open Petition since 11th January 2024

Home fee status for BN(O) students after 3 years continuous stay in the UK - 14,554 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 15,494 - 9 added in the past 24hrs)

We believe the UK Government's policy requiring five-year residency for BN(O) visa holders for home fee status for tuition is unfair, and that home fee status should be available after 3 years continuous stay in the UK.

The Government responsed to this petition on 4th March 2024 (View Full Response)
Hong Kong BN(O) visa holders will qualify for home fees once they have acquired settled status in the UK.
Open Petition since 8th November 2023

Increase Student Loans in England to catch up with inflation - 13,875 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 14,701 - 30 added in the past 24hrs)

Over the past 2 years (Sept ‘21–‘23), inflation (RPIX) has been 21%. But max Student Loans in England rose by just 5.2%, leaving students up to £1,500/year worse off (real terms). The government must increase loans to catch up with inflation, or we fear many students won’t be able to survive at uni.

The Government responsed to this petition on 26th January 2024 (View Full Response)
The Government has continued to increase loans for living costs each year with a 2.8% increase for the current academic year, 2023/24, and a further 2.5% uplift announced for 2024/25.
Open Petition since 17th October 2023

Make financial education compulsory in all schools from primary age - 12,376 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 12,548 - 12 added in the past 24hrs)

The Government should make financial education compulsory in all schools starting from primary age. Maths is all well and good but when it comes to teaching kids how to manage money in the real world, the curriculum is failing them.

The Government responsed to this petition on 21st February 2024 (View Full Response)
Financial education is a vital life skill and is already compulsory in the national curriculum for citizenship (at Key Stages 3 and 4) and within mathematics (Key Stages 1 to 4).
Open Petition since 6th October 2023

Allow Ofsted registered childminders to receive funding for related children - 8,934 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 9,255 - 38 added in the past 24hrs)

We believe it is unjust that nurseries and preschools receive funding for children related to staff at the same rate as anyone else, while dedicated childminders can't receive funding for caring for a child who is related to them.


Open Petition since 22nd January 2024

Commit to keeping the Graduate Visa Route - 6,500 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 9,040 - 22 added in the past 24hrs)

The Migration Advisory Committee will review the Graduate Visa, which allows international students to remain in the country for two years after graduating to join the workplace.


Open Petition since 20th February 2024

Fund music at state schools to the amount spent by private schools - 1,374 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 4,841 - 24 added in the past 24hrs)

We believe that the enrichment an experience of music-making offers is disproportionately valuable in terms of stimulating the imagination and creativity of students in other areas. Studies have found that schools with good quality music often have higher academic outcomes in other fields.