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Petitions that reached 100,000 signatures and were debated.
Government reply: This Government is doing whatever it takes to secure our borders; though offshore detention is costly and impractical, the most sweeping asylum reforms in a generation are being introduced.
Government reply: The Government is already taking action to increase the collection and transparency of data on the demographic characteristics of individuals responsible for group-based child sexual exploitation.
Government reply: The government has no plans to introduce an animal abuse register, or an automatic lifetime ban for animal abusers because we already have similar provisions in place.
Government reply: Nationalisation would take years and involve complex legal processes, diverting effort from cleaning up rivers, lakes and seas. We are taking action now through stronger regulation and enforcement.
Government reply: We currently have no plans to change the disqualification criteria for these offences. We keep the UK’s broader counter terrorism framework under constant review to ensure it is fit for purpose.
Government reply: The Government is already increasing transparency in the courts, including expanding free access to Crown Court sentencing remarks. Going further now would place even more pressure on the system.
Government reply: The Government has commissioned an independent Investigation into maternity and neonatal care, which makes recommendations this spring. There are no current plans to appoint a Maternity Commissioner.
Government reply: The Secretary of State’s powers in this area are set out in legislation made by Parliament and used only with strong justification. The Government has no plans to amend these powers.
Government reply: The NHS is planning an in-service evaluation offering SMA screening to newborn babies in England. This will inform a decision on whether to extend the NHS newborn blood spot screening programme.
Government reply: We are following the expert advice of the Cass Review to establish a clinical trial to determine the relative benefits and harms of puberty suppression in young people with gender incongruence.
Government reply: There are no plans to make changes to the current constitutional arrangements, whereby voters elect individual candidates, and not the political party they represent.
Government reply: The Government has committed to a public consultation on strengthening licensing controls on shotguns. We will consider all views submitted during the consultation before deciding on further action.
Government reply: The use of animals for development of products for human use remains necessary. The Government therefore does not agree to end testing on dogs and other animals for testing and research purposes.
Government reply: NHS England provides diabetes care in children. Due to insufficient evidence supporting routine mandatory testing for paediatric type 1 diabetes it has no plans to introduce this at the current time.
Government reply: The Government holds office by virtue of being able to command the confidence of the House of Commons, whose members are elected by the public. There are no plans to change these arrangements.
Government reply: The Government does not support a public inquiry, but takes the issue of foreign influence from any country and lobbying in UK politics very seriously and is already taking action to address this.
Government reply: The State Pension is the foundation of support for pensioners. The Government is committed to a fair tax system but doubling the Personal Allowance for pensioners would be untargeted and costly.
Government reply: Parliament is the supreme legislative authority in the UK and is responsible for making law. A Bill must be passed by both Houses of Parliament to become law.
Government reply: The Government has tabled an amendment at Lords Report Stage of the Crime and Policing Bill to extend the aggravated offences in the Crime and Disorder Act 1998.
Government reply: We acknowledge delays to legal parenthood can cause uncertainty. The Government has no current plans to review surrogacy laws but will look to consider this in the future as time and capacity allows.
Government reply: The Government intends to publicly consult on the eligibility of the British Industry Supercharger this year. However, consultation outcomes, including future sector inclusion, cannot be pre-empted.
Government reply: We are delivering significant reform across children’s social care, policing and the family court system to better safeguard children and stop them falling through the cracks of services.
Government reply: Every brain cancer diagnosis has life-changing impact on patients and their families. Research is vital to ensure people can get the most effective cutting-edge treatments and highest quality care.
Government reply: The Government has no plans to introduce menstrual leave for those with endometriosis or adenomyosis. We know the hardship they cause. Our employment rights reforms will help manage health at work.
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Government reply: The government recognises the benefits of digital technologies, including social media, for children. We are consulting on how to ensure children have an enriching and positive experience online.
Government reply: The Government has no current plans to require drivers to report collisions with cats. However, the Road Safety Strategy will improve road safety for all road users, including cats and other animals.
Government reply: Government has no plans to ban fixed penalty notices or prosecutions for non-attendance. Both influence parental behaviour, where support has been exhausted, not engaged with or is inappropriate.
Government reply: We recognise the growing risks from climate and nature breakdown, and are committed to speaking clearly about the scale of the crisis and providing reliable sources for information and advice.
Government reply: Whilst there is no regulatory requirement for labelling of meat from animals slaughtered without stunning, any information of this nature must be accurate and must not be misleading to the consumer.
Government reply: The UK opposes the death penalty in all circumstances. The Government has raised concerns with the Government of Israel and will continue to do so.
Government reply: The UK will not be rejoining the EU, but this Government has reset its relationship with the EU with a new strategic partnership: A deal that is good for UK bills, borders, jobs and growth.
Government reply: The government’s SEND reform proposal will strengthen legal duties, better support children with SEND in mainstream settings and ensure EHCPs secure statutory support for children with complex needs.
Government reply: While we do not plan to amend the statutory guidance, the Government is taking action to improve the support available to women experiencing symptoms from gynaecological conditions.
Government reply: Bereavement Support Payment provides valuable short-term help after a death. While we are not able to increase BSP at this time, longer-term support is available from other social security benefits.
Government reply: Guilty pleas given later in the process can still benefit victims and the administration of justice but are reflected by a substantially lower reduction in sentence.
Government reply: The Government remains committed to improving access to effective and innovative medicines for patients. NICE cannot evaluate omaveloxolone unless the company re-engages with its appraisal.
Government reply: The UK National Screening Committee consulted on a draft prostate cancer screening recommendation and will make a final recommendation soon. The Government will then consider whether to accept it.
Government reply: Council Tax and Stamp Duty are important Government revenue sources, raising £60 billion a year to fund essential services. Government is committed to a fair system and supporting home ownership.
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Government reply: The Government remains committed to improving access to effective and innovative medicines for patients. NICE cannot evaluate omaveloxolone unless the company re-engages with its appraisal.
Government reply: The Government is subject to ongoing scrutiny here through parliament, and by the Independent Chief Inspector of Borders and Immigration. The Government doesn’t consider a public inquiry necessary.
Government reply: Intentionally causing harm to wildlife is unacceptable but sufficient laws are already in place to protect wild animals from the targeted use of catapults.
Government reply: We will not pause data centre or BESS approvals. Both are vital for growth and 2030 clean energy targets. Projects face strict local planning, NSIP review and security laws protect infrastructure.
Government reply: The Government is committed to strong financial management and transparency but does not believe it is appropriate for decisions on taxation or public spending to be subject to an unqualified audit.
Government reply: NHS policy should be guided by the latest clinical evidence. An independent evidence review into the case for a second stem cell transplant if there is a relapse within 12 months is underway.
Government reply: The Government has no plans to make the State Pension equal the National Minimum Wage for under 18s.
Government reply: The Prime Minister has been clear about his commitment to electoral reform and welcomes a national debate about how our democratic system can best serve voters across the United Kingdom.
Government reply: Large sites play an important role in ending asylum hotel use, reducing impact on communities, and will continue to be progressed in consultation with local authorities and statutory partners.
Government reply: The Government does not support a public vote on overseas aid. Spending decisions, including on overseas aid, are made by Government and scrutinised by Parliament on behalf of the public.
Government reply: Government has no plans to reduce the pension age for ambulance service workers. The NHS Pension Scheme provides valuable benefits and multiple options for members to retire before normal pension age.
Government reply: Non-fatal strangulation is a serious and dangerous offence that can have devastating consequences. Attempted murder, however, is a more serious offence which requires proof of an intention to kill.
Government reply: Government has committed to improving its understanding of management practices related to cat breeding and to consider steps to improve welfare, and is working to encourage responsible pet ownership.
Government reply: Whilst there is no regulatory requirement for labelling of meat from animals slaughtered without stunning, any information of this nature must be accurate and must not be misleading to the consumer.
Government reply: The government takes the keeping of wild animals seriously. Effective legislation is in place and we are working with the sector and local authorities to promote better welfare and enforcement.
Government reply: The Government has committed to looking at best practice on input transparency as part of a review of creator control announced in March.
Government reply: While funding for research into specific conditions is not usually ring-fenced, we have committed over £108 million for research into skin conditions between 2021/22 and 2025/26 through the NIHR.
Government reply: The Government is not planning a public inquiry. The medicines regulator is reviewing the side effects of dopamine agonists and whether further action is needed.
Government reply: The Government is committed to protecting human rights and cultural heritage. We do not consider ILO Convention No.169 as applicable in the UK and its Overseas Territories.
Government reply: The government does not plan to prohibit hospitality businesses from adding optional service charges to bills or from offering pre-set tip options. Existing consumer law prohibits unfair practices.
Government reply: The Government does not plan to legislate to require social workers to wear body cameras during statutory visits. It will be for employers to assess individual circumstances and decide on their use.
Government reply: The Government has no current plans to return Royal Mail to public ownership. Our priority is to ensure the provision of a universal postal service that does not compete for public funds.
Government reply: The Government does not support automatically extending non-molestation orders following a breach conviction. Courts are best placed to decide what protection is needed and for how long in each case.
Government reply: The government is supporting cleaner, greener communities by tackling litter and ensuring local authorities have powers to take enforcement action where needed.
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Government reply: We recognise the growing risks from climate and nature breakdown, and are committed to speaking clearly about the scale of the crisis and providing reliable sources for information and advice.
Government reply: We acknowledge delays to legal parenthood can cause uncertainty. The Government has no current plans to review surrogacy laws but will look to consider this in the future as time and capacity allows.
Government reply: The Government intends to publicly consult on the eligibility of the British Industry Supercharger this year. However, consultation outcomes, including future sector inclusion, cannot be pre-empted.
Government reply: The government’s SEND reform proposal will strengthen legal duties, better support children with SEND in mainstream settings and ensure EHCPs secure statutory support for children with complex needs.
Government reply: Guilty pleas given later in the process can still benefit victims and the administration of justice but are reflected by a substantially lower reduction in sentence.
Government reply: The Government is subject to ongoing scrutiny here through parliament, and by the Independent Chief Inspector of Borders and Immigration. The Government doesn’t consider a public inquiry necessary.
Government reply: Folic acid fortification is an evidenced public health measure, not a medical intervention. The policy applies to non-wholemeal flour, reflecting the flour-type already subject to fortification.
Government reply: Whilst the government has no plans for a national support scheme for retired service animals, government is reviewing options to improve vet fee transparency and consumer choice.
Government reply: Intentionally causing harm to wildlife is unacceptable but sufficient laws are already in place to protect wild animals from the targeted use of catapults.
Government reply: The government is developing a package of reforms to improve drainage and wastewater systems efficiently, fairly and affordably, including to the Urban Waste Water Treatment Regulations.
Government reply: The Government is establishing the School Support Staff Negotiating Body to negotiate minimum standards for pay and conditions for our vital school support staff, including Teaching Assistants.
Government reply: We will not pause data centre or BESS approvals. Both are vital for growth and 2030 clean energy targets. Projects face strict local planning, NSIP review and security laws protect infrastructure.
Government reply: The Government has published the evidence and methodology for the 2026 visa brake, implemented transitional arrangements and committed to reviewing the policy. No further action is required.
Government reply: The Government is committed to strong financial management and transparency but does not believe it is appropriate for decisions on taxation or public spending to be subject to an unqualified audit.
Government reply: NHS policy should be guided by the latest clinical evidence. An independent evidence review into the case for a second stem cell transplant if there is a relapse within 12 months is underway.
Government reply: The Government has no plans to make the State Pension equal the National Minimum Wage for under 18s.
Government reply: Disapproving the Code of Practice for Services, Public Functions and Associations would leave duty bearers having to comply with the Equality Act 2010 without updated guidance on how to do so.
Government reply: The Government is committed to maintaining high standards of conduct in public life, but has no plans to introduce rules to codify or mandate MPs' attendance in Parliament or their constituencies.
Government reply: Large sites play an important role in ending asylum hotel use, reducing impact on communities, and will continue to be progressed in consultation with local authorities and statutory partners.
Government reply: The Government supports carbon monoxide safety through existing regulation; we will engage with regulators and across government departments to consider whether additional measures are needed.
Source: UK Government and Parliament petitions site · Updated 4 Oct 2026