Open Petition since 14th February 2024

Don’t ban flavoured e-liquids for e-cigarettes - 53,611 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 59,948 - 102 added in the past 24hrs)

We would like the Government to not ban flavoured e-liquids for e-cigarettes. We believe the vaping industry has helped many people quit cigarettes which contain tobacco - a product which is single handily responsible for over 8 million deaths a year across the globe (estimated by WHO).

The Government responsed to this petition on 12th March 2024 (View Full Response)
To address the rise in youth vaping, vape flavours that appeal to children will be restricted. We will consult further, being mindful of the role flavours can play in supporting adult smokers quit.

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Open Petition since 10th November 2023

Make State Pensions tax free - 54,061 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 54,079 - 40 added in the past 24hrs)

The Government should remove income tax on State Pension payments, to reduce the tax burden on pensioners.

The Government responsed to this petition on 29th January 2024 (View Full Response)
The Personal Allowance is set at a level high enough to ensure that pensioners whose sole income is the new or basic State Pension do not pay income tax.

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Open Petition since 16th April 2024

Require videogame publishers to keep games they have sold in a working state - 18,381 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 53,298 - 219 added in the past 24hrs)

Require publishers to leave videogames (and related game assets / features) they have sold to customers in a reasonably working state when support ends, so that no further intervention whatsoever is necessary for the game to function, as a statutory consumer right.

The Government responsed to this petition on 2nd May 2024 (View Full Response)
Those selling games must comply with UK consumer law. They must provide clear information and allow continued access to games if sold on the understanding that they will remain playable indefinitely.

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Open Petition since 6th December 2023

Pause Ofsted inspections and reform how school performance is evaluated - 50,941 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 51,066 - 6 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.

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Open Petition since 21st December 2023

Immediately revoke all licences for arms exports to Israel - 46,832 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 50,809 - 222 added in the past 24hrs)

The UK is complicit in arming Israel, and many regard Israel to be committing war crimes.

The Government responsed to this petition on 5th March 2024 (View Full Response)
HM Government takes its export control responsibilities very seriously and rigorously assesses every application on a case-by-case basis against the Strategic Export Licensing Criteria.

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Open Petition since 24th January 2024

Provide funding for STI screening at the beginning of a pregnancy - 30,178 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 50,147 - 382 added in the past 24hrs)

On 14/09/2023 I gave birth to my daughter, Harper Rose at 18wks 3days pregnant due to an infection. Harper Rose lived for 30 minutes before sadly passing away. 4 days later I found out that I had 2 STIs.

The Government responsed to this petition on 17th April 2024 (View Full Response)
Currently the NHS offers screening at around 10 weeks’ gestation for three infections that can be sexually transmitted – HIV, syphilis and Hepatitis B.

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Open Petition since 18th December 2023

Close the borders! Suspend ALL immigration for 5 years. - 41,598 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 44,229 - 73 added in the past 24hrs)

We believe our country is facing serious challenges both from legal and illegal migration, and think the only way to deal with this is to suspend all immigration temporarily for 5 years.

The Government responsed to this petition on 27th February 2024 (View Full Response)
The Government has implemented the most significant measures in a generation to reduce legal migration and end illegal migration; however, suspending immigration entirely would harm the UK’s economy.

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Open Petition since 14th March 2024

Introduce new legal requirements for vets prior to euthanasia of dogs & cats - 21,928 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 39,132 - 259 added in the past 24hrs)

Despite changes to the RCVS Code of Conduct dogs/cats can still legally be euthanised without being scanned. In non-emergencies, we want vets to be legally required to scan microchips prior to euthanasia for RBU and confirm the person presenting the animal is registered on the microchip.

The Government responsed to this petition on 19th April 2024 (View Full Response)
Vets are already required to scan a dog’s microchip prior to euthanasia where they consider it is not necessary on health or welfare grounds and check for alternative contacts.

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Open Petition since 10th April 2024

Create a new body to regulate service charges for residential property - 16,601 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 34,093 - 114 added in the past 24hrs)

We want the Government to create a new body that is empowered to monitor and regulate private, council, and housing association service charges, and impose meaningful penalties for unfair or unreasonable service charges.

The Government responsed to this petition on 1st May 2024 (View Full Response)
Leaseholders have rights to challenge their service charges; the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill contains measures to empower leaseholders to scrutinise and challenge unreasonable charges.

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Open Petition since 13th December 2023

Raise Motorway Speed Limits to 100mph and Dual Carriageways to 80mph - 25,651 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 30,705 - 11,101 added in the past 24hrs)

Increase Speed Limits on Motorways to 100mph, and 80mph on Dual Carriageways. We think the current speed limit is too restrictive.

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