Open Petition since 27th December 2024

Extend free bus travel for people over 60 in England - 93,420 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 95,832 - 3,137 added in the past 24hrs)

We call on the Government to extend free bus travel to all people over 60 years old in England outside London. We believe the current situation is unjust and we want equality for everyone over 60.

The Government responsed to this petition on 12th February 2025 (View Full Response)
The English National Concessionary Travel Scheme costs around £700 million annually. Any changes to the statutory scheme must be carefully considered for their impact on its financial sustainability.

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Open Petition since 18th March 2025

Raise statutory maternity/paternity pay to match the National Living Wage - 86,437 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 91,564 - 58 added in the past 24hrs)

Statutory maternity and paternity pay is £4.99 per hour for a full-time worker on 37.5 hours per week - approximately 59% less than the 2024 National Living Wage of £12.21 per hour for workers aged 21+, which has been set out to ensure a basic standard of living.

The Government responsed to this petition on 25th April 2025 (View Full Response)
Parental pay entitlements are intended to provide a measure of financial security to parents to care for their child(ren). However, they are not intended to replace earnings.

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Open Petition since 28th January 2025

Legally enshrine the right of adults to physically transition using NHS services - 77,586 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 78,023 - 12 added in the past 24hrs)

Introduce a law to legally protect the right of those aged 18 and over to transition using NHS services. This should specifically cover physical transition, including hormone treatment and surgery, as otherwise I believe it could potentially be interpreted as including conversion therapy.

The Government responsed to this petition on 15th May 2025 (View Full Response)
New legislation is not necessary as all patients already have the legal right to receive care and treatment that is clinically appropriate and meets their needs.

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Open Petition since 8th April 2025

Introduce Licensing and Regulation for Dog and Cat Rescues to Protect Welfare - 52,672 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 76,086 - 216 added in the past 24hrs)

Many UK animal rescues operate without clear legal oversight, creating opportunities for unethical practices. Some rescues have been linked to supporting irresponsible breeding, neglecting animals, or misusing public donations.

The Government responsed to this petition on 6th June 2025 (View Full Response)
Animal rescue organisations must meet existing statutory welfare requirements. Moving forward, we are developing an overarching approach to animal welfare and will outline more detail in due course.

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Open Petition since 10th March 2025

Increase funding for people with Parkinson’s and implement the "Parky Charter" - 49,580 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 74,325 - 921 added in the past 24hrs)

We want the government to take the decisive five steps set out in the Movers and Shakers' "Parky Charter" and to fulfil the Health Secretary’s promises.

The Government responsed to this petition on 29th April 2025 (View Full Response)
The Government is committed to improving health outcomes for people with neurological conditions, including Parkinson’s disease. Funding provision is subject to Spending Review decisions.

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Open Petition since 9th May 2025

Grant the vote for London Mayor to all UK Residents - 54,793 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 61,394 - 154 added in the past 24hrs)

Only people who live in Greater London are allowed to vote for candidates in the Mayoral elections. We think London carries so much influence across the globe and the majority of UK residents have no say as to who 'heads up' and manages our great city, and we should. London belongs to us all.

The Government responsed to this petition on 22nd May 2025 (View Full Response)
The Government has no plans to extend voting rights for the London Mayor elections to all UK residents.

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Open Petition since 2nd May 2025

Prohibit the wearing of all full-face coverings in public spaces - 40,774 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 59,722 - 336 added in the past 24hrs)

We call on the Government to prohibit full-face coverings in public, including niqabs, burqas, balaclavas and ski masks, to strengthen social cohesion, preserve cultural values, enhance security and promote gender equality. We believe this will ensure fairness, safety and a more unified Britain.

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Open Petition since 18th February 2025

Every school & college to be obliged to have an evacuation chair & training - 40,624 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 52,065 - 2,473 added in the past 24hrs)

I believe the government should make it a legal requirement for all schools and colleges to have evacuation chairs, and for all staff to be trained in using them.

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Open Petition since 29th April 2025

Make neurodiversity training mandatory for all education staff - 19,725 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 47,665 - 254 added in the past 24hrs)

We want the government to introduce mandatory neurodiversity training for all teachers and support staff as part of core training.

The Government responsed to this petition on 4th June 2025 (View Full Response)
High quality teacher training is essential to improving outcomes for all children, especially those with special educational needs, including neurodiversity.

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Open Petition since 29th April 2025

Protect hares and their young from shooting during the breeding season - 30,525 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 47,093 - 128 added in the past 24hrs)

We call on the Government to stop the shooting of hares during their peak breeding season, by establishing a legally enforceable close season for hares in England and Wales, from 1st February to 30th September.

The Government responsed to this petition on 27th May 2025 (View Full Response)
The policy of a close season for hares in England remains under consideration as part of the Government’s plans to introduce the most ambitious programme for animal welfare in a generation.

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