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UK Government Petitions @petitions.bsky.social · Nov 19
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Government has responded to the petition "Provide a legal right to access certain services without a digital device"

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Government response: Provide a legal right to access certain services without a digital device
We are committed to ensuring public services are accessible and inclusive for all. We are determined to ensure everyone benefits from technological change, and understand some people may need support.
petition.parliament.uk
November 26, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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New petition: "Require organisers and attendees to pay for policing of protests"

Deadline 26 May 2026, created by Marc Levine

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New petition: Require organisers and attendees to pay for policing of protests
We seek a change in the law, whereby any march or demonstration that requires a police presence, the cost must be borne by the attendees and the organisers, not the taxpayer.
petition.parliament.uk
November 26, 2025 at 4:41 PM
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Rejected petition: "Change the frequency of traffic lights in high-traffic areas like harpurhey"

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Rejected petition: Change the frequency of traffic lights in high-traffic areas like harpurhey
Have a look at the frequency of traffic lights and compare it to the rate of traffic and see if removing certain traffic lights will help reduce the size of traffic jams
petition.parliament.uk
November 26, 2025 at 4:22 PM
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Rejected petition: "Ban homework or atleast most of it"

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Rejected petition: Ban homework or atleast most of it
We urge the government to cut down most homework to stop students from stressing as it takes up their free time and they already spend about 6 hours and 30 minutes in the classroom.
petition.parliament.uk
November 26, 2025 at 4:18 PM
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Rejected petition: "All commercial motorcycle delivery drivers to require a full licence."

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Rejected petition: All commercial motorcycle delivery drivers to require a full licence.
Delivery drivers with just a CBT are a constant danger on the roads, undertaking, driving on pavements, pulling up cm away from your vehicle, cutting in front of you by millimetres, speeding, the CBT is abused for commercial use.
petition.parliament.uk
November 26, 2025 at 3:32 PM
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New petition: "Increase the number of bank holidays in England & Wales to 10 days"

Deadline 26 May 2026, created by Eleanor Bennett

#NewPetition
New petition: Increase the number of bank holidays in England & Wales to 10 days
Bring the number of bank holidays in England and Wales in line with Northern Ireland, so that there are 10 ban holidays per year in England and Wales instead of the current 8.
petition.parliament.uk
November 26, 2025 at 3:13 PM
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New petition: "Protect & reinstate funding for arts & humanities in higher & further education"

Deadline 26 May 2026, created by Leanne Cunningham

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New petition: Protect & reinstate funding for arts & humanities in higher & further education
Reverse funding cuts to arts and humanities subjects in higher and further education. Increase funding to protect art schools and creative courses from closure.
petition.parliament.uk
November 26, 2025 at 3:10 PM
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Rejected petition: "End sale and home use of fireworks in the UK"

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Rejected petition: End sale and home use of fireworks in the UK
Ban the sale and private use of fireworks in residential areas. Allow only licensed public displays to protect animals, vulnerable people, and reduce fire and injury risks.
petition.parliament.uk
November 26, 2025 at 2:36 PM
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Rejected petition: "Make wearing balaclavas illegal"

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Rejected petition: Make wearing balaclavas illegal
Make it an offence to wear a face-concealing garment in public when not necessary for legitimate activity, defining covered items to include balaclavas, full-face masks, and similar coverings that obscure identity.
petition.parliament.uk
November 26, 2025 at 2:34 PM
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New petition: "Make a law to protect ILR from abolition and retrospective changes"

Deadline 26 May 2026, created by Gleb Aleshin

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New petition: Make a law to protect ILR from abolition and retrospective changes
We want the Parliament to introduce primary legislation that guarantees Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) as a permanent route to settlement. ILR must not be abolished, withdrawn from holders, or replaced with visas. Any changes to ILR should apply only to new entrants from the date of implementation
petition.parliament.uk
November 26, 2025 at 2:31 PM
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Rejected petition: "I feel we need to have a new general election"

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Rejected petition: I feel we need to have a new general election
Have a new general election to have the people vote a new prime minister and have a representative that can be a voice for the people so that we feel heard.
petition.parliament.uk
November 26, 2025 at 2:22 PM
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Rejected petition: "Do not condemn Christians to damnation linking digital ID to any form of payment"

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Rejected petition: Do not condemn Christians to damnation linking digital ID to any form of payment
Do not condemn Christian’s to damnation by linking digital ID to CDC or any other payment system. We implore you exercise tolerance, understanding and compassion as you accommodate freely to many other religions. Forcing digital payment on any Christian would be discriminatory against the FAITH.
petition.parliament.uk
November 26, 2025 at 2:16 PM
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New petition: "Require councils to review social housing tenancies"

Deadline 26 May 2026, created by Aisha Walker

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New petition: Require councils to review social housing tenancies
People are being left without support, while some social housing tenants remain in subsidised homes despite earning high incomes or no longer meeting the need criteria.
petition.parliament.uk
November 26, 2025 at 1:42 PM
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New petition: "Introduce legislation to ensure national marking of Remembrance Day"

Deadline 26 May 2026, created by Edwin John Robert Duggan

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New petition: Introduce legislation to ensure national marking of Remembrance Day
We call upon the House to debate and introduce a specific Act of Parliament to legally protect all established provisions and customs of the national Remembrance Day (11th November and Remembrance Sunday) events.
petition.parliament.uk
November 26, 2025 at 1:41 PM
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Rejected petition: "Hold a referendum for all major decisions the government want to take."

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Rejected petition: Hold a referendum for all major decisions the government want to take.
To hold a referendum for all major decisions that the government take that effects all British citizens unless it is in their manifesto. ID cards as an example. No one party should hold this much power over the British People
petition.parliament.uk
November 26, 2025 at 1:37 PM
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Rejected petition: "Stop the Social Care Immigration ban before services collapse nationwide."

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Rejected petition: Stop the Social Care Immigration ban before services collapse nationwide.
We urgent the Government to reverse the proposed restrictions on overseas recruitment in Social Care. There is no backup plan to fill critical vacancies. Without immediate action, thousands on these services will go without care, providers will close and the NHS will catastrophic pressure.
petition.parliament.uk
November 26, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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Government has responded to the petition "Criminalise & legally require schools to tackle bullying in & out of school"

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Government response: Criminalise & legally require schools to tackle bullying in & out of school
Bullying is never acceptable. Schools have duties to prevent and address it, and we continue to promote best practice whilst also improving early mental health support for young people.
petition.parliament.uk
November 26, 2025 at 12:27 PM
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Government has responded to the petition "Require schools to let children use the toilet at all times in the school day"

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Government response: Require schools to let children use the toilet at all times in the school day
Schools are responsible for setting policies, including around toilet use. They must do this in line with national behaviour guidance, and in a way which treats all pupils with dignity and respect.
petition.parliament.uk
November 26, 2025 at 12:13 PM
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New petition: "Create a youth representative in Parliament"

Deadline 26 May 2026, created by Jakob Kennedy

#NewPetition
New petition: Create a youth representative in Parliament
Create a youth representative in Parliament. All 12 to 18-year-olds should be eligible to run to be elected as the youth representative in Parliament.
petition.parliament.uk
November 26, 2025 at 11:45 AM
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New petition: "Review and reform education system to support neurodivergent children in schools"

Deadline 26 May 2026, created by Allison Austin

#NewPetition
New petition: Review and reform education system to support neurodivergent children in schools
I want the government to review and reform mainstream education so neurodivergent children are understood, supported, and included — with trained teachers, sensory-friendly classrooms, proper funding, and accountability under the Equality and Disability Acts.
petition.parliament.uk
November 26, 2025 at 11:42 AM
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New petition: "Require schools to obtain consent for afterschool detentions & arrange transport"

Deadline 26 May 2026, created by Ciaran Richard Vincent

#NewPetition
New petition: Require schools to obtain consent for afterschool detentions & arrange transport
Pass a law which requires schools to obtain prior parental consent for after school detentions.
petition.parliament.uk
November 26, 2025 at 11:36 AM
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Rejected petition: "Shoplifting ban! Police to enforce the law!"

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Rejected petition: Shoplifting ban! Police to enforce the law!
To enforce the law and stop shoplifters walking away without paying.
petition.parliament.uk
November 26, 2025 at 11:27 AM
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Rejected petition: "Install metal detectors in all schools"

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Rejected petition: Install metal detectors in all schools
Every child deserves to feel safe walking into school. Every teacher deserves to teach without fear. Installing metal detectors is a practical, visible step toward making that vision a reality.
petition.parliament.uk
November 26, 2025 at 11:18 AM
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Rejected petition: "Ban the Sale of Fireworks and Restrict Use to Licensed, Low-Noise Events."

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Rejected petition: Ban the Sale of Fireworks and Restrict Use to Licensed, Low-Noise Events.
Fireworks be available solely to licensed operators for use at approved events only. Only low-noise or silent fireworks be permitted. Local residents have the right to object to applications for displays based on noise, welfare, or environmental concerns.
petition.parliament.uk
November 26, 2025 at 11:13 AM
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Rejected petition: "Plant 2 Beech Tree saplings on Copt Hill Barrow, know locally as 7 Sisters"

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Rejected petition: Plant 2 Beech Tree saplings on Copt Hill Barrow, know locally as 7 Sisters
Instruct Historic England to allow Sunderland Council to replace 2 fallen Beech trees at Copt Hill Barrow,
petition.parliament.uk
November 26, 2025 at 11:13 AM