Do not let the Government access information on pensioners' bank accounts.
- 14,848 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 15,624 - 12 added in the past 24hrs)
Clause 128 and schedule 11 of the Data Protection and Digital Information Bill would, if agreed by Parliament, allow the Government to receive certain information on the bank accounts of people in receipt of the state pension.
The Government responsed to this petition on 15th February 2024 (View Full Response)Remove powers to vary income tax rates from the Scottish Parliament
- 10,688 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 15,617 - 1,535 added in the past 24hrs)
Repeal the powers on income tax given to the Scottish Parliament as part of the Scotland Act 2012, so that Scottish rates of income tax can be aligned back to those set by the UK Government.
Ensure those with mental health conditions continue to be eligible for PIP
- 2,478 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 15,609 - 76 added in the past 24hrs)
The Government has announced a major review of the disability benefit system, saying this will consider alternatives to cash payments, such as treatment or access to services.
Negotiate UK-wide recognition of older person's bus passes
- 15,470 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 15,598 - 3 added in the past 24hrs)
We believe the UK Government should negotiate reciprocal agreements with the devolved administrations of Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland to allow the recognition and use of older person's bus passes across the whole of the UK.
The Government responsed to this petition on 23rd April 2024 (View Full Response)Make hedgehog surveys & mitigation measures compulsory for all new developments.
- 10,788 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 15,449 - 55 added in the past 24hrs)
The way we develop land has a direct impact on hedgehog survival. Preserving existing habitats and incorporating hedgehog-friendly features into new developments are essential for reversing their decline.
Developers must be required to conduct hedgehog surveys & implement mitigation measures.
Ban attempting to religiously convert or “revert” a child without parent consent
- 10,533 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 15,125 - 39 added in the past 24hrs)
Make it a specific legal offence to attempt to religiously convert (or revert) a child where a parent has not given specific permission.
Home fee status for BN(O) students after 3 years continuous stay in the UK
- 14,710 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 14,898 - 3 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)Increase Carer’s Allowance to equal 35 hours at 50% of the living wage.
- 13,845 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 14,865 - 16 added in the past 24hrs)
To reform Carer’s Allowance to equal 35 hours at 50% of the National Living Wage. Minimum hours of care provided are 35 hours a week. The current rate is equivalent to £2.19 an hour (£76.75 week). Under the proposed rate this would be £182.36 a week.
The Government responsed to this petition on 2nd May 2024 (View Full Response)Review the brightness of car headlights for safety
- 13,875 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 14,809 - 14 added in the past 24hrs)
The Government should launch a review into the problem of some headlights causing oncoming traffic drivers to be unable to see clearly and safely. The review should be conducted with car manufacturers to find solutions.
The Government responsed to this petition on 27th March 2024 (View Full Response)Urge the UN to send a peacekeeping mission to Balochistan Pakistan
- 14,711 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 14,772 - 3 added in the past 24hrs)
We are deeply concerned about the human rights of civilians in Balochistan. We believe that the gravity of the situation cannot be overstated and it is imperative that we take action.
The Government responsed to this petition on 9th January 2024 (View Full Response)