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Closed Petition closed 23rd July 2023

Reverse the decision to block the Gender Recognition Reform (Scotland) Bill - Final Signatures: 29,584

I want the Government to reverse their decision to block the Gender Recognition Reform (Scotland) Bill, as this legislation contains important provisions for the LGBT community in Scotland. We are a United Kingdom, and the UK Government should not block devolved legislation.

The Government responsed to this petition on 7th February 2023 (View Full Response)
This decision was made due to the adverse effects that would arise from the Bill and its significant impact on GB-wide equalities matters. This is not about changing the rights of transgender people.
Closed Petition closed 6th September 2023

Hold a referendum on ending devolution in Scotland - Final Signatures: 16,529

We believe devolution in Scotland has failed, come at a cost to the UK economy and adds little to no value to the people of Scotland. We want a referendum to be held asking the public whether powers granted through devolution should be returned to the UK Government in Westminster.

The Government responsed to this petition on 18th July 2023 (View Full Response)
The UK Government is committed to devolution and believes the settlement strikes the right balance. We disagree with the petition’s suggestion there should be a referendum on ending devolution.
Closed Petition closed 29th May 2023

Grant a Section 30 Order to enable a Scottish Independence Referendum - Final Signatures: 15,207

The UK Government should grant without delay a Section 30 Order under the Scotland Act to enable an independence referendum to take place in Scotland, to allow the Scottish people, who elected a Scottish Parliament with a clear majority on holding such, to express their democratic will.

The Government responsed to this petition on 18th April 2023 (View Full Response)
The Government’s focus is on tackling issues such as the cost of living, energy security, and growing the economy. This is simply not the time to be talking about another independence referendum.
Closed Petition closed 20th June 2019

Hold an immediate independence referendum for Scotland (Indy Ref 2) - Final Signatures: 11,615

In light of recent events we would like an immediate second vote to decide whether Scotland leaves the UK

The Government responsed to this petition on 25th April 2019 (View Full Response)
In 2014 people in Scotland voted decisively to remain part of the United Kingdom. That result should be respected.
Closed Petition closed 12th August 2021

Devolve powers to the Scottish Government relating to drug consumption rooms. - Final Signatures: 95

It is important to devolve power to the Scottish Parliament to allow them to set up drug consumption rooms given Scotland's drug death rates. Evidence from other countries shows that such services can greatly help a vulnerable population and be beneficial for society.


Closed Petition closed 18th September 2021

Allow the Shetland Islands a referendum on becoming a crown dependency of the UK - Final Signatures: 1,406

Allow the Shetland Islands the opportunity to hold a referendum on staying as part of Scotland or becoming a crown dependency of the UK.


Closed Petition closed 5th September 2021

Ensure Scots living in the UK have a vote in any future independence referendum - Final Signatures: 135

If there's a Scottish independence referendum, Scots-born citizens in any other part of the UK should be allowed a vote.


Closed Petition closed 6th November 2019

To grant a section 30 order to allow a 2nd referendum on Scottish Independence. - Final Signatures: 13,336

In view of the recent changes that will affect the future of Scotland and its ability to make decisions on what direction that future should take, the people of Scotland ask that Westminster grants an order under section 30 of the Scotland Act to hold a second referendum for Scottish Independence.

The Government responsed to this petition on 15th July 2019 (View Full Response)
Now is not the time for another referendum. In 2014 people in Scotland voted decisively to remain part of the United Kingdom. That result should be respected.
Closed Petition closed 13th April 2021

Public Inquiry into Unfair Trading Practices of Holiday Caravan Park Owners - Final Signatures: 12,399

The Government should launch an inquiry into the terms of standard consumer contracts issued by trade members of the NCC and BH&HPA, to establish if the terms and practices are unfair for the purposes of the CRA 2015 and if the practices breach the Unfair Trading Regs 2008.

The Government responsed to this petition on 12th February 2021 (View Full Response)
Unfair practices are prohibited by consumer law and Trading Standards services and the CMA are responsible for its enforcement. The Government has no further plans to launch an inquiry.
Closed Petition closed 1st June 2021

The scottish gov should spend only taxes raised there before an indy ref allowed - Final Signatures: 118

I propose that a bill be passed to allow the Scottish parliament full tax raising and budgeting powers, excluding defence.