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UK Government Petitions @petitions.bsky.social · Nov 19
This is an automated account run by @matteason.me which shares government petitions from petition.parliament.uk as they move through the petitions process.

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Rejected petition: "Civil Servants & Parliment employees Retirement should aligned to public sector."

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Rejected petition: Civil Servants & Parliment employees Retirement should aligned to public sector.
Withe the ever increasing retirement age for the public sector, the Goverment should put some skin in the game and mirror the mininum retirement ages as the public sector are having enforced on them. the double standards and hypocrisy has to stop.
petition.parliament.uk
December 4, 2025 at 5:31 PM
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New petition: "Prevent arms sales to the UAE following reports of UK arms being used in Sudan"

Deadline 4 June 2026, created by Evie Stewart

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New petition: Prevent arms sales to the UAE following reports of UK arms being used in Sudan
There have been reports of UK manufactured small-arms target systems & British-made engines for armoured personnel carriers being found being used by the paramilitary RSF in Sudan. The British government must not approve sales to the UAE as we believe there is a risk they could pass them to the RSF
petition.parliament.uk
December 4, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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New petition: "Cap the level Parish & Town Councils can raise tax to without a local referendum"

Deadline 4 June 2026, created by Pauline Palmer

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New petition: Cap the level Parish & Town Councils can raise tax to without a local referendum
District, County and Unitary councils have their council tax rises capped - any proposed increase above this must be approved in a local referendum. We want a cap to also be set for the precept for town and parish councils because some have increased theirs well above inflation over the last decade.
petition.parliament.uk
December 4, 2025 at 4:42 PM
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Rejected petition: "Overturn BCP Councils unreasonable demands and let Bournemouth airshow proceed"

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Rejected petition: Overturn BCP Councils unreasonable demands and let Bournemouth airshow proceed
We want the Government to step in and insist that BCP take into account its citizens wishes to assist the Bournemouth Airshow to proceed in 2026.
petition.parliament.uk
December 4, 2025 at 4:16 PM
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Petition has passed the threshold for a response: "Label ALL meat as Religiously Slaughtered or Non-Religiously Slaughtered"

The government will respond to this petition as it has 10000 signatures

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Passed 10,000 signatures: Label ALL meat as Religiously Slaughtered or Non-Religiously Slaughtered
We want the Government to create a law requiring all meat to have a label, such as a simple RS (Religiously Slaughtered) or NRS (Not religiously slaughtered), that states whether it has been religiously slaughtered or not.
petition.parliament.uk
December 4, 2025 at 3:40 PM
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New petition: "Allow lawful owners to paint imitation firearms."

Deadline 4 June 2026, created by Corey James Abel

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New petition: Allow lawful owners to paint imitation firearms.
Change the law to allow for imitation firearms to be painted black, if the owner has a valid defence to the ban on owning them such as membership of a genuine airsoft skirmishing club or site.
petition.parliament.uk
December 4, 2025 at 3:36 PM
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Rejected petition: "Create a law that protects the British taxpayers from an incompetent government."

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Rejected petition: Create a law that protects the British taxpayers from an incompetent government.
Create a law that protects British taxpayers and allows the opportunity to change government prior to the next general election, if they, go back on their manifesto, refuse to make positive changes, or are deemed as just plain incompetent and a liability, then we should have the right to remove.
petition.parliament.uk
December 4, 2025 at 3:11 PM
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New petition: "Require all Prison Officers to undergo professional training and registration"

Deadline 4 June 2026, created by Jo Smith

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New petition: Require all Prison Officers to undergo professional training and registration
Require all prison officers in public and private sector prisons to undergo mandatory training resulting in a profession specific qualification. Once qualified prison officers should be registered with a national body and provided with an individual prison officer number.
petition.parliament.uk
December 4, 2025 at 3:10 PM
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New petition: "Urge the UK Government to support peace and aid for Sudan"

Deadline 4 June 2026, created by Tufail Mohammed

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New petition: Urge the UK Government to support peace and aid for Sudan
We call on the UK Government to take urgent action to help bring peace and deliver humanitarian aid to Sudan. Millions of people are suffering as the conflict continues, with many displaced, injured, or facing starvation.
petition.parliament.uk
December 4, 2025 at 3:05 PM
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New petition: "Introduce standing orders giving equal time at PMQs to opposition party leaders"

Deadline 4 June 2026, created by Neil D'Silva

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New petition: Introduce standing orders giving equal time at PMQs to opposition party leaders
We petition the House of Commons to introduce standing orders governing Prime Minister's Questions (PMQs) to ensure that the number of questions allocated to party leaders are shared equally among the leaders of all recognised opposition parties in the House of Commons, including smaller parties.
petition.parliament.uk
December 4, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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New petition: "Fund research into Desmoid Fibromatosis in children"

Deadline 4 June 2026, created by Kayleigh Reid

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New petition: Fund research into Desmoid Fibromatosis in children
I want the Government to fund research into Desmoid Fibromatosis in babies and children, including more research into the condition itself and treatment options.
petition.parliament.uk
December 4, 2025 at 2:59 PM
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Rejected petition: "Ban the Use of Fireworks to the Public. Allow Only Approved Organised Displays"

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Rejected petition: Ban the Use of Fireworks to the Public. Allow Only Approved Organised Displays
Fireworks should be banned for general public purchase and use, only permitted at council approved or legitimate public displays where strict safety measures are enforced
petition.parliament.uk
December 4, 2025 at 2:50 PM
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Rejected petition: "Ban the wearing of burqa and all face coverings in public places"

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Rejected petition: Ban the wearing of burqa and all face coverings in public places
It is a national security concern that people can cover their faces in public places
petition.parliament.uk
December 4, 2025 at 2:48 PM
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Rejected petition: "Reverse Supreme Court ruling defining sex as biological under Equality Act 2010"

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Rejected petition: Reverse Supreme Court ruling defining sex as biological under Equality Act 2010
We want the Government to amend the Equality Act 2010 so that “sex” includes the affirmed gender of anyone with a Gender Recognition Certificate. This would restore full legal protection for trans people removed by the April 2025 Supreme Court ruling.
petition.parliament.uk
December 4, 2025 at 2:47 PM
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New petition: "Hold a review of MHRA guidance on disposal of unused medicines"

Deadline 4 June 2026, created by Georgina Binnersley

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New petition: Hold a review of MHRA guidance on disposal of unused medicines
Pharmacies are throwing in the bin medication that is unused, returned to them in date, in the original unopened packaging.
petition.parliament.uk
December 4, 2025 at 2:44 PM
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New petition: "Require inclusive changing tables for disabled children in public venues"

Deadline 4 June 2026, created by Taylor price

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New petition: Require inclusive changing tables for disabled children in public venues
Many disabled children still need changing support, but most baby tables can’t hold their weight. Families are forced to use unsafe, undignified spaces. Children deserve better. We need stronger, more inclusive changing tables.
petition.parliament.uk
December 4, 2025 at 2:41 PM
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Rejected petition: "Ban all face coverings in public."

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Rejected petition: Ban all face coverings in public.
Ban all face coverings in public unless you have a medical condition ( that can be checked by being in your NHS files) if not it's a 10,000 fine.
petition.parliament.uk
December 4, 2025 at 2:29 PM
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New petition: "Relax the spacing requirements on UK personalised vehicle registration plates"

Deadline 4 June 2026, created by Sam Lowman

#NewPetition
New petition: Relax the spacing requirements on UK personalised vehicle registration plates
In 2012 it was reported that the Government was planning to relax spacing requirements for personalised numberplates, to allow for letters and numbers to be moved closer together to more easily spell words. This planned change has not been implemented.
petition.parliament.uk
December 4, 2025 at 2:27 PM
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New petition: "Fund access for children from low-income families to go to after-school clubs"

Deadline 4 June 2026, created by Susan lee

#NewPetition
New petition: Fund access for children from low-income families to go to after-school clubs
Many children cannot attend sport clubs as some parents cannot afford the high fees. We feel this is very unfair and we call for the Government to fund increased access for children from low-income families to attend after-school clubs.
petition.parliament.uk
December 4, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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Rejected petition: "BAN all face coverings in public without exception other than verified medical"

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Rejected petition: BAN all face coverings in public without exception other than verified medical
To ban all face coverings in public without exception other than verified medical reasons. To be made Illegal to conceal your identity in public and enforce removal of all face coverings including those claiming to be for religious reasons to ensure public safety and ability to identify criminals
petition.parliament.uk
December 4, 2025 at 2:23 PM
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New petition: "Make MPs and Ministers publish yearly verified reports of assets and debts"

Deadline 4 June 2026, created by Catherine Nelson

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New petition: Make MPs and Ministers publish yearly verified reports of assets and debts
Create a law requiring all MPs, Ministers and senior civil servants to file an annual declaration of total assets and debts (value ranges), the country of all bank or investment accounts, and any rise in overall capital. Verified independently and published yearly to improve transparency.
petition.parliament.uk
December 4, 2025 at 2:22 PM
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Rejected petition: "Allow regulated non-lethal defence sprays for personal protection"

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Rejected petition: Allow regulated non-lethal defence sprays for personal protection
After the Huntingdon train knife attack where several passengers were injured, we call on the Government to review the total ban on defensive sprays and allow strictly regulated, non-lethal options for self-defence under licensing and training rules.
petition.parliament.uk
December 4, 2025 at 2:20 PM
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New petition: "Mandatory trauma-informed training and standards in the family courts service"

Deadline 4 June 2026, created by Jessica Stanhope

#NewPetition
New petition: Mandatory trauma-informed training and standards in the family courts service
We call on the Government to ensure mandatory trauma-informed training and standards for all professionals whose assessments influence decisions in the family courts, including judges, CAFCASS officers, social workers, and court-instructed medical experts.
petition.parliament.uk
December 4, 2025 at 2:20 PM
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Rejected petition: "Legalise regulated, non-lethal pepper spray for personal self-defence in the UK"

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Rejected petition: Legalise regulated, non-lethal pepper spray for personal self-defence in the UK
Allow adults to carry approved low-strength self-defence sprays. Create clear rules on licensing, training, and lawful use. Ensure police guidance and strict penalties for misuse or illegal sales.
petition.parliament.uk
December 4, 2025 at 2:17 PM
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Rejected petition: "Legalise carrying pepper spray for self defence purposes"

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Rejected petition: Legalise carrying pepper spray for self defence purposes
we are seeing stabbings and attacks on a near weekly basis. Currently British citizens have no means of self defence. This must be urgently changed to allow innocent people a chance against knives.
petition.parliament.uk
December 4, 2025 at 2:17 PM