Raise Motorway Speed Limits to 100mph and Dual Carriageways to 80mph
- 37,039 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 42,435 - 333 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.
Introduce a progressive licensing system for young drivers under the age of 25
- 24,040 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 29,862 - 76 added in the past 24hrs)
- A minimum learning period of 40hrs to help young drivers gain skills and experience on different roads under different conditions
- No carrying passengers 25 and under for the first year
- Restrictions on driving at night between midnight and 6am
- Mandatory hazard perception training
Reclassify general aviation airfields as greenfield not brownfield sites
- 11,365 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 17,749 - 40 added in the past 24hrs)
Airfields around the country are categorised as brownfield sites making them attractive for development of housing estates.
Negotiate UK-wide recognition of older person's bus passes
- 15,504 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 15,637 - 4 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)Review the brightness of car headlights for safety
- 13,993 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 14,755 - 13 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)Review rules relating to blue badges for children under three
- 6,268 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 7,962 - 37 added in the past 24hrs)
The current rules relating to blue badges have specific criteria relating to children under three. I want the government to review these rules, including the equalities impacts on disabled children.
Change the law on Cross Border Hire of taxis and private hire vehicles
- 615 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 6,800 - 250 added in the past 24hrs)
Require taxis and PHVs be licensed in the area a journey starts or finishes.
Ban local authorities imposing 20mph speed limits on major roads
- 3,897 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 4,203 - 17 added in the past 24hrs)
We want the Government to ban local authorities from using of 20mph speed limits on major roads, such as on A roads, main roads, dual carriageways, etc. However, the 20mph speed limit should be allowed on back roads, outside schools and hospitals, etc.
Immediately Reintroduce Private Parking Code of Practice
- 333 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 2,444 - 22 added in the past 24hrs)
I am campaigning on behalf of 35 million motorists for the Government Private Parking Code of Practice to be immediately reintroduced. We believe inadequate regulation of private parking frustrates the lives of millions of motorists.
Extend theory certificates for Potential Driving Instructors due to wait times
- 164 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 2,217 - 125 added in the past 24hrs)
I've been training for a year and a half. After passing part 1, I had to wait 6 months for part 2 due to a backlog from covid and have been waiting for 10 months for a test date to be a driving instructor. I should get 3 attempts at this test but due to the backlog, I won't. This is unfair.