Open Petition since 11th February 2026

Abolish interest charges on student loans - 23,014 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 23,714 - 12 added in the past 24hrs)

Cancel interest charges on all student loans. We believe placing this burden on the backs of those that want to succeed in life is abhorrent and short-sighted. These charges penalise our brightest and best, the very people that contribute the most to society.

The Government responsed to this petition on 23rd March 2026 (View Full Response)
Student loans are heavily subsidised by government. To be fair to taxpayers and low earners, those who financially benefit should contribute to the cost. Adding interest to loans is one way to do this

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Open Petition since 18th March 2026

Ban foreign media ownership, enact a social media levy & new regulatory reform - 17,857 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 23,292 - 60 added in the past 24hrs)

Pass law to ban foreign & offshore ownership of UK media, enact a social-media levy to distribute media ownership across society & fund independent, local & cooperative-owned media. We believe democracy is failing as the media & political power are owned by a tiny rich elite.

The Government responsed to this petition on 26th May 2026 (View Full Response)
The Government is committed to supporting a free and fair press. The media mergers regime bans foreign state influence and ownership. There are no current plans for a statutory press regulator.

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Open Petition since 2nd January 2026

Protect the Right to Live Without a Digital ID - 22,246 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 22,612 - 20 added in the past 24hrs)

I want a legal safeguard in all digital-ID laws that guarantees no one can be denied work, healthcare, banking, housing, or any other service for not having a government digital ID. Use must remain voluntary, and non-digital alternatives must always be available to prevent exclusion or pressure..

The Government responsed to this petition on 17th March 2026 (View Full Response)
The Government is introducing a Digital ID system and will legislate for it to be voluntary, and free to access for anyone who wants it. The Government is consulting on the design of that scheme.

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Open Petition since 30th January 2026

Introduce prison sentences for deliberate cruelty to wild birds including pigeon - 21,882 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 22,577 - 15 added in the past 24hrs)

We call on the UK Government to amend existing wildlife and animal welfare legislation to introduce custodial prison sentences for any individual who deliberately goes out with the intention of injuring or killing wild bird, specifically including pigeons, using catapults or similar weapons.

The Government responsed to this petition on 23rd February 2026 (View Full Response)
There are existing laws to prohibit killing or injuring wild birds, including pigeons, which can carry a custodial sentence. The government is actively considering the issue of misuse of catapults.

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Open Petition since 15th April 2026

Codify rules for MPs' attendance in Parliament & their constituency in statute - 19,968 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 22,064 - 17 added in the past 24hrs)

Codify in statute clear and binding obligations for MPs on time spent in their constituency and in Parliament. We think that leaving it to convention unfortunately allows a minority to abuse the system.

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Open Petition since 2nd February 2026

Allow small pets to travel in the cabin on flights entering the UK - 18,998 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 21,076 - 74 added in the past 24hrs)

Allow airlines, under DEFRA guidance, to offer an in-cabin travel option for small, fully documented pets on flights entering the UK, in line with international standards for other countries.

The Government responsed to this petition on 13th May 2026 (View Full Response)
All pets entering GB must be checked for compliance with our biosecurity requirements. Complex operational arrangements at airports mean that most pets must travel in the hold to facilitate this.

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Open Petition since 27th January 2026

Do not remove the 10% wear and tear allowance for childminders from April 2026 - 19,932 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 19,963 - 3 added in the past 24hrs)

Retain the 10% wear and tear allowance for childminders, or introduce an equivalent alternative that reflects the additional household costs of providing regulated childcare from home and helps ensure childminding remains financially sustainable.

The Government responsed to this petition on 18th March 2026 (View Full Response)
Childminders, like any other business, can continue to get full tax relief on the business proportion of their expenses.

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Open Petition since 13th April 2026

Introduce legislation to make it possible to renumerate emergency volunteers - 8,824 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 19,878 - 585 added in the past 24hrs)

In our view, following the Groom vs Maritime and Coastguard Agency case, the Government needs to recognise the essential role volunteers play in the emergency service sector by introducing legislation allowing organisations to remunerate emergency volunteers whilst preserving its volunteer status.

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Open Petition since 12th March 2026

Reduce VAT on hospitality to 10%: protect jobs, communities & UK competitiveness - 11,916 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 19,824 - 211 added in the past 24hrs)

Reduce VAT on hospitality to 10% to prevent closures & protect tax revenue. When venues close, HMRC loses 100% of its VAT, business rates, PAYE & corporation tax, reducing employment & supply chains. We believe a lower VAT rate would keep viable businesses trading, securing jobs & ongoing revenue.

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Open Petition since 3rd February 2026

Ban the use of netting on roofs and outdoor structures - 18,559 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 19,112 - 11 added in the past 24hrs)

Thousands of birds are reported to get trapped in netting yearly, and many may die in pain and fear from the horrific injuries sustained trying to free themselves e.g. breaking their entangled limbs. Others may die of dehydration and starvation and rescuers are too late.

The Government responsed to this petition on 17th April 2026 (View Full Response)
Anyone using bird netting as a deterrent has a responsibility to check and maintain it to prevent trapping and unnecessary suffering.

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