Closed Petition closed 13th March 2018

Impose 5% levy on the Premier League’s broadcasting rights back into grassroots - Final Signatures: 42,844

We call on Government to impose a 5% levy on The Premier League's £8.3bn combined revenue from UK and international TV deal for 2016-2019 to be reinvested back into Grassroots football

The Government responsed to this petition on 8th November 2017 (View Full Response)
As set out in “Sporting Future” the Government’s strategy for sport, grassroots football will benefit from at least £100m a year from the Premier League – double the previous commitment.

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Closed Petition closed 4th April 2018

Adapt gambling laws to include gambling in video games which targets children. - Final Signatures: 16,969

Many video game companies in recent years have introduced mechanics which are essentially gambling of which are targeted at children and vulnerable adults. While not currently considers gambling by law they do copy many traits to make them as addictive and can lead to real money being lost/earned.

The Government responsed to this petition on 25th October 2017 (View Full Response)
The Gambling Commission has strong powers to regulate gambling and is monitoring convergence between gambling and video games closely. The government is committed to protecting children from harm.

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Closed Petition closed 10th April 2018

Change the law to ban the resale of tickets for more than their face value - Final Signatures: 23,296

Tickets are being bought from sites and are getting sold to third party sellers for a high price meaning real fans are missing out. Reselling of football tickets is illegal under the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994. Why can’t laws apply for tickets to concerts and other sporting events?

The Government responsed to this petition on 26th October 2017 (View Full Response)
We have put in place measures to tackle unacceptable behaviour in the ticketing market. Price caps would not work.

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Closed Petition closed 17th June 2019

Continue to fund free TV licences for the over 75 in the future. - Final Signatures: 171,982

Removing them will only penalize the poorest old age pensioners, many who rely on their television for company and their main source of entertainment.

Debate: This petition was debated in Westminster Hall on 15th July 2019

The Government responsed to this petition on 24th June 2019 (View Full Response)
The Government is clear that the future of the over 75 licence fee concession is the responsibility of the BBC from June 2020.

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Closed Petition closed 17th June 2019

Public inquiry into the bias in the BBC - Final Signatures: 105,421

The impartiality of the BBC is in question and needs addressing so as to protect its charter

Debate: This petition was debated in Westminster Hall on 15th July 2019

The Government responsed to this petition on 14th January 2019 (View Full Response)
The BBC has a duty to deliver impartial, accurate news coverage and content under its Charter. Perceived editorial bias at the BBC is a matter for Ofcom as the independent regulator, not government.

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Closed Petition closed 19th November 2021

Legalise drinking alcohol in the stands at football matches - Final Signatures: 104

Change the current laws prohibiting alcoholic drinks being drunk within view of the pitch at football stadiums. The decision should with with individual football clubs, whether they choose to allow “drinking areas” in specific parts of the stadium.

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Closed Petition closed 9th May 2021

Allow horse riding schools to stay open during 2nd lockdown - Final Signatures: 531

Allow riding schools practicing social distancing to give lessons in their outdoor arenas during second national lockdown for mental health and sporting reasons.

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Closed Petition closed 4th September 2020

Revoke the TV licence using legislation - Final Signatures: 110,841

We wish the government to end the TV Licence as soon as possible

Scheduled Debate: This petition is scheduled to be debated on 1st March 2021

The Government responsed to this petition on 14th May 2020 (View Full Response)
The Royal Charter maintains the licence fee funding model until 2027. The government will look at the licence fee funding model in advance of the next Charter.

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Closed Petition closed 15th February 2023

Make all unwanted online sexual communication a criminal offence - Final Signatures: 118

The UK Government plan to criminalise cyber flashing. This does not protect other victims who receive unwanted sexual communications online. It is far too common and needs to be met with serious consequences, such as fine, custodial sentences, or being registered as a sex offender.

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Closed Petition closed 6th May 2021

Allow outdoor grassroot youth sport to continue during national lockdowns - Final Signatures: 92

1. Allow grassroot youth clubs and teams who play and train outside to continue to do so during the lockdown period.

2. Work with local sporting associations to provide guidance about how to make such events Covid secure.

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