Restrict voting rights to British citizens who are long-term residents

I would like the Government to restrict voting rights to eligible British citizens who have resided in the UK for a minimum of ten years.

This petition closed on 24 Aug 2025 with 1,147 signatures

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I believe people should have spent time living in the UK long-term before they are granted voting rights. I think that only people who have lived in the UK for a long time can fully understand the culture and politics.


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