Government apology and compensation for 1950s Women affected by pension changes
- 70,208 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 71,081 - 9 added in the past 24hrs)
We ask Government to deliver a fair, timely, fully transparent apology that reflects ALL evidence based on what we think constitutes maladministration and discrimination; and addresses the financial, emotional and personal hardship experienced by 1950s women caused by pension changes.
The Government responsed to this petition on 9th February 2026 (View Full Response)Add gynaecological conditions e.g. Endometriosis to Equality Act 2010 Guidance
- 9,414 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 47,460 - 849 added in the past 24hrs)
We call on the UK government to include gynaecological conditions such as endometriosis, adenomyosis, fibroids, PCOS, PMDD, menopause & menstrual disorders as “impairments with fluctuating or recurring effects” in the Equality Act 2010 Guidance on the definition of disability (published in May 2011)
Raise Bereavement Support Payment and extend beyond 18 months
- 32,105 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 39,552 - 76 added in the past 24hrs)
Reform Bereavement Support Payment so families with and without dependent children receive help beyond 18 months, with annual uprating to reflect cost of living.
The Government responsed to this petition on 4th February 2026 (View Full Response)Stop proposed changes to the Motability Scheme
- 18,401 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 33,953 - 1,775 added in the past 24hrs)
The recent budget has announced taxes on advanced payments and a decrease in mileage allowances. We believe this is unfair to the most vulnerable in society and could affect their independence.
Ensure annual pension increase apply to all pensioners living abroad
- 5,446 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 5,764 - 6 added in the past 24hrs)
We want the Government to ensure that pensioners get an annual increase if they live abroad in certain countries. Currently some people do not receive increases even if they have worked 50 years in the UK prior to retiring abroad.
Adjust the £10 DWP Christmas Bonus introduced in 1972 to reflect inflation
- 5,006 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 5,398 - 8 added in the past 24hrs)
Adjust the Christmas Bonus given to benefit claimants, from £10 - when it was introduced in 1972 - to reflect inflation (approx £180 in 2025). Make the uplift only available for British citizens, who have been claiming benefits for a minimum of 6 months.
Legislate to enforce timely payment of workplace pensions
- 3,047 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 3,787 - 5 added in the past 24hrs)
We call on the Government to legislate for timely payment of workplace pensions, including a guarantee of the first payment to be paid within 31 days of someone retiring. This period must commence on the agreed date of retirement, including the payment of lump sums.
Improve maternity pay and financial support for working families
- 981 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 2,917 - 11 added in the past 24hrs)
We want the Government to improve financial support for families by increasing statutory maternity pay to reflect living costs, reviewing Universal Credit income thresholds so working families are not excluded, and extending access to the Sure Start Maternity Grant or an equivalent payment.
Review implementation of Public Service Pensions and Judicial Offices Act 2022
- 2,490 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 2,529 - 1 added in the past 24hrs)
Launch a review into the implementation of the Public Service Pensions and Judicial Offices Act 2022 to investigate Government compliance with the requirements of the Act. We believe the Government has not provided the resources required to deliver what was required by the PSPJOA2022.
Review child maintenance service (CMS) process for accepting reduced payments
- 2,084 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 2,153 - 1 added in the past 24hrs)
Currently, a paying parent can reduce their CMS payments by adding a partner’s child as a “relevant child,” even if that child is not biologically theirs and already receives support from their own parent. We want the Government to review this process.