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They have their homes in their constituency which they can not claim for on expenses and if they are sitting in the Houses of Parliament then they can stay in a hotel with a maximum expense limit.\r\nThe expense limit would be there to protect HM Treasury and the public from abuse.\r\nThis would make the government run more like a normal business. 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However, shooting and killing isn't playing, its taking the life and scaring the children who are forced to do it for life. they deserve better. War child quotes \"children are amongst the first casulties of any armed conflict, the most vunerable & innocent of victims, 10million children have also been traumatized\"\r\n\r\nI want the government to take action by introducing places and programmes where the children can escape to and be safe, looked after and given a chance in life, a chance to be a child and not a killing machine ","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2011-11-05T11:27:14.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:27:31.301Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2011-11-07T10:17:44.000Z","closed_at":"2012-02-07T10:17:44.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2011-11-05T11:27:14.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":41105,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/41105.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Allow yellow striped dimaond travel card to be used 24/7","background":null,"additional_details":"Petition to get the restriction of not being able, to use a dimaond travel card before 9AM\r\n\r\nAllow holders of the disbaled persons dimaond travel card the useage of there cards 24/7. with no restrcitons.\r\n","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2012-11-01T19:07:59.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:28:33.654Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2012-11-02T11:52:48.000Z","closed_at":"2013-05-02T10:52:48.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2012-11-01T19:07:59.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":41344,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/41344.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"A review on the law of child abuse sexual and physical","background":null,"additional_details":"Currently social services in some circumstances will try to place a sexually abused child back with their abuser. I believe if somebody commits a crime against a child it should be a custodial sentince, as mandatory precedure, also a accessible database naming them and their crime, this could save lives ultimately. Furthermore it could save a lot of children from abuse from oblivious parents and careers. Our children are most vulnerable, so we should have more power to protect them from unnecessary suffering whitch lasts a lifetime.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2012-11-07T12:17:45.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:28:34.458Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2012-11-07T16:19:04.000Z","closed_at":"2013-11-07T16:19:04.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2012-11-07T12:17:45.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":41737,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/41737.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Increase Mental Health funding for out of hours services","background":null,"additional_details":"The level of out of hours care and support for people with mental health problems varies far too much around the country. Create a nationwide phone number or similar for people in need. This could be routed to the nearest Crisis Centre or to NHS Direct, however more training would be needed.\r\n\r\nAt the moment if a person is in crisis during non-working hours then they must rely on local services, NHS Direct are not helpful and lack crucial training in this area. 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They last no longer than the old incandescent light bulbs and they give off harmful levels of UV radiation.  They produce no heat, thereby causing people to use their heating more and thus creating no energy reduction.  They are dangerous to people with restricted vision as they can't see properly in rooms lit by low-energy bulbs.\r\n\r\nEnergy prices go up by a higher degree than any saving we supposedly make by using the low-energy bulbs so we are effectively paying more for a sub-standard service.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2012-11-26T23:46:31.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:28:37.394Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2012-11-28T11:37:49.000Z","closed_at":"2013-11-28T11:37:49.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2012-11-26T23:46:31.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":42410,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/42410.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Stop multinational companies’ tax avoidance by charging corporation tax based on proportion of the UK revenue to global revenue","background":null,"additional_details":"To stop the multination companies avoiding tax payment in the UK by hiding their profits in the UK by moving them to other locations, the corporation tax should be changed to be based on percentage of the of revenue in the UK to the global revenue and be based on the global profits.\r\nA multinational company with 1 billion UK revenue and 10 billion global revenue should pay corporation tax on 10% of their global profits.\r\n","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2012-11-27T14:54:44.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:28:37.470Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2012-11-28T08:57:42.000Z","closed_at":"2013-05-28T07:57:42.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2012-11-27T14:54:44.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":42760,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/42760.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"make the Universal Life Church recognised by UK law for marriages, funeral services etc","background":null,"additional_details":"I want the government to allow any and all religious ceremonies, including marriages and funerals, performed by a member of the clergy, to be recognised by UK law when performed within the United Kingdom","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2012-12-04T00:58:03.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:28:38.651Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2012-12-04T10:49:59.000Z","closed_at":"2013-12-04T10:49:59.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2012-12-04T00:58:03.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":42828,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/42828.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"men having equal rights to their children","background":null,"additional_details":"Make men and women equal in the eyes of the law regarding caring and providing support for their children. Make mediation law. Listen to the Childs needs not to the parents needs. Remove the law regarding family allowance ie following device both parents receive half of the benefit to raise their children. Remove the obligation on the welfare state to provide mothers and children with accommodation and make it the sole responsibility of both  parents to pay and care for the children. Increase the sentence for absent fathers and increase financial penalties for not taking an active role in their Childs care. Remove the obligation on the Police for civil issues associated with children. Make the Police send the issue to mediation or to the courts.\r\n\r\nMake the court process simple and allow all fathers and mothers access without any financial charge to resolve issues associated with children. Following mediation.\r\n\r\nRemove all benefits being a single parent.\r\n\r\n","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2012-12-04T21:52:13.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:28:38.838Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2012-12-11T12:11:37.000Z","closed_at":"2013-06-11T11:11:37.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2012-12-04T21:52:13.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":43070,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/43070.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Change the legal definition of rape to allow for female rapists","background":null,"additional_details":"The current law in the UK defines rape as a male penetrating another person, orally, vaginally or anally without their consent.\r\nI would like the law to be changed to allow for situations in which a female has forced another person, male or female, to engage in sexual acts. As I feel the current law is prejudiced against males, implying that a female cannot rape.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2012-12-10T00:11:37.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:28:39.647Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2012-12-10T09:07:50.000Z","closed_at":"2013-12-10T09:07:50.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2012-12-10T00:11:37.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":43604,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/43604.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"The UK government should support the CITES ban on the trade in Polar Bear parts.","background":null,"additional_details":"The UK government should support the CITES ban on the trade of Polar Bear parts in Thailand in March 2013. The last time this vote was defeated by the UK and the EU.\r\nWhile the main threat to this magnificent species may be climate change, the hunting of bears for profit risks pushing them over the edge into extinction.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2012-12-25T17:49:16.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:28:43.153Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2012-12-31T07:23:12.000Z","closed_at":"2013-03-31T06:23:12.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2012-12-25T17:49:16.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":43326,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/43326.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Educating children at a younger age about Drugs and Alcohol","background":null,"additional_details":"We want to raise awareness in primary schools about the effects of drungs and alcohol. We think this is important because the rates of alcholism and drug use in younger age groups has increased drastically.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2012-12-17T12:26:14.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:28:40.491Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2012-12-18T09:33:42.000Z","closed_at":"2013-03-18T09:33:42.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2012-12-17T12:26:14.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":43363,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/43363.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Carer's Allowance breaches UN Human Rights","background":null,"additional_details":"Carers should be paid at least minimum wage for the 35 hours each week they have to be carers who can claim Carer's Allowance.  They should be considered employees of the UK Government and paid in accordance with UK Law.\r\n\r\nUN Article 25 Paragraph 1 states:\r\n\r\nArticle 25.\r\n\r\n    (1) Everyone has the right to a standard of living adequate for the health and well-being of himself and of his family, including food, clothing, housing and medical care and necessary social services, and the right to security in the event of unemployment, sickness, disability, widowhood, old age or other lack of livelihood in circumstances beyond his control.\r\n\r\nSince carers allowance is currently £58.45 per week this is clearly a breach of all carer's in the UK's Human Rights as they are unable to fulfill the UN's requirements on the current Carer's Allowance rates.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2012-12-18T04:06:04.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:28:40.606Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2012-12-28T11:11:34.000Z","closed_at":"2013-12-28T11:11:34.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2012-12-18T04:06:04.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":44096,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/44096.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"welfare state qualifying period","background":null,"additional_details":"CHANGES TO THE WELFARE STATE NEEDS ONLY 1,INSTEAD OF MEDDLING AROUND THE EDGES,\r\n\"IF YOU HAVE PAID NOTHING IN,YOU GET NOTHING OUT\"WITH A QUALIFYING PERIOD OF 2,3 OR EVEN 5 YEARS,NO MATTER WHO OR WHAT YOU ARE.THIS TO APPLY TO ALL BENIFIT CLAIMENTS.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2013-01-08T07:15:20.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:28:46.884Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2013-01-08T13:24:46.000Z","closed_at":"2014-01-08T13:24:46.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-01-08T07:15:20.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":50314,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/50314.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Womens rights to sterilisation","background":null,"additional_details":"Every woman has the right to choose on what contraception they can have, but many women opt for sterilisation so why does womens rights stop when they choose for that method, many women have at some point come across a situation where the consultant doesnt want to know and refuses to do sterilisation because of age, how many children they have or dont have and relationship status.\r\nWhy should a man be able to get a vasectomy easily regardless of age how many children they have and relationship status dont all women have they right to.\r\n\r\nWe need the government to pass a law giving women more rights into having sterilisation and make all hospitals and doctors listen and give us the right to have sterilisation regardless of our situation and if they want it reversing then they should be charged .","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2013-05-20T19:13:43.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:07.683Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2013-05-21T09:06:30.000Z","closed_at":"2014-02-21T10:06:30.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-05-20T19:13:43.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":50404,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/50404.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Armed forces to carry guns in the uk","background":null,"additional_details":"In the light of the Woolwich attack, can we allow all UK service personnel to carry guns to protect their country, the people and ultimately themselves. We trust them to carry guns abroad, so why not here? 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At the moment they are treated as separate issues meaning a large number of people are falling between the cracks in the system and not getting the help they need/ deserve.The mental health act states that if you are a danger to yourself or others you should be sectioned but if you use drugs/ alcohol this blurs the system and your just an addict. Do people use because they want to or because they have mental health issues and there is little/ no help for them?","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2013-05-29T00:31:01.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:09.855Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2013-05-29T09:56:34.000Z","closed_at":"2014-05-29T09:56:34.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-05-29T00:31:01.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":51040,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/51040.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"SAVE OUR MEMORIAL TO THE GREAT WAR","background":null,"additional_details":"Fenton's Great War Memorial is at risk of demolition.\r\n\r\nMade from Minton tiles and at 4m x 3m in dimension, it features the names of 498 men. Fenton's historic former town hall, built in 1888, which houses the memorial has recently been put up for sale by The Ministry of Justice, who have refused to enter into a dialogue over the memorial's future.\r\n\r\nThe memorial's size and weight means it cannot be moved: it is embedded into the wall at the top of a flight of stairs. Unfortunately, neither the memorial nor the town hall are protected: a recent application for listing status was rejected.\r\n\r\nAs we begin to remember the sacrifices made by millions during the Great War, for many in Fenton it seems ironic that a Ministry of Justice should be about to violate the memory of 498 courageous heroes.\r\n\r\nThe people of Fenton ask the Ministry of Justice to listen to their ideas so that they can ensure the preservation of this fabulous piece of heritage, wonderful to all, priceless to many.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2013-05-30T14:26:06.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:10.108Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2013-05-31T18:00:07.000Z","closed_at":"2013-08-31T18:00:07.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-05-30T14:26:06.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":51952,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/51952.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Build large music venue on the Isle of Wight","background":null,"additional_details":"We need the government to give the Isle of Wight council extra funding to build/create a new large music venue, such as a Live Nation venue or O2 Academy. Refurbishing the old Ryde Theatre would be IDEAL!\r\n\r\nThe benefits of having a larger gig venue:\r\n- More entertainment/bigger artists ALL YEAR ROUND\r\n- More tourism\r\n- Better facilities for local community and schools/colleges\r\n- Improved music scene\r\n- Improved economy\r\n- Creates new business\r\n- More employment opportunities\r\n\r\nEither need access to good facilities and services on the island OR to give islanders better access to these facilities provided elsewhere (improved ferry costs/timings or build a bridge). 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Lets get these banned and people out of that circle.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2011-11-20T11:47:04.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:27:36.978Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2011-11-21T08:29:13.000Z","closed_at":"2012-02-21T08:29:13.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2011-11-20T11:47:04.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":52254,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/52254.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Refresh Patent Law to Improve Investment and Innovation","background":null,"additional_details":"Drug Discovery in the pharmaceutical industry is in the midst of a big change: many UK companies are reducing internal research programs in therapeutic areas which are not economic. This petition proposes two changes to patent law:\r\n1 A greater emphasis on research into less tractable therapeutic areas, by providing a more equitable and transparent period for a return on investment.\r\n2 Adopting a “publication-conditioned grace period\" similar to a US law, where disclosure by the inventor, of a new idea doesn’t destroy novelty, provided a patent is filed within 1 year.\r\nThese changes in patent law would drive growth in research in challenging disease areas like dementia, and provide a transparent and equitable reimbursement regime coupled with little impact on government budgets, makes the case compelling.\r\nThus we call on the government to revise patent laws:\r\n1 Start the period of exclusivity from time of marketing\r\n2 Adopt a USA style “publication-conditioned grace period\"","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2013-07-01T18:18:41.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:14.180Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2013-07-04T08:26:44.000Z","closed_at":"2014-04-04T08:26:44.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-07-01T18:18:41.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":23396,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/23396.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"No VAT on Sanitary Products","background":null,"additional_details":"Female Sanitary Products should be exempt from VAT. The fact that they are only given a 5% VAT levy -- instead of the usual 20% -- suggests that the government agrees that this is a necessity. If that's the case, why levy VAT against it at all? Charge a higher rate for real luxuries and not against sanitary towels and tampons.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2011-11-20T14:08:00.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:27:37.030Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2011-11-21T08:21:32.000Z","closed_at":"2012-08-21T07:21:32.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2011-11-20T14:08:00.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":53393,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/53393.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"The NHS belongs to us,and not to the politicians","background":null,"additional_details":"The NHS was set up in 1948 to serve the needs of the British Public.Since the 1970 successive politicians have set out to destroy the great service,that irrespective of status it looked after you.\r\n\r\nThe current changes will allow privatization of services to the detriment of the patients that use the NHS.We the public want our NHS back.\r\n\r\nThis will set up new governing bodies in eah area, and there will be no cuts to any NHS service without a public vote.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2013-08-02T12:40:09.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:18.187Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2013-08-05T10:23:09.000Z","closed_at":"2014-08-05T10:23:09.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-08-02T12:40:09.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":52318,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/52318.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"DNA, Dignity, Pride and Petty Crimes.","background":null,"additional_details":"As many people will know, it is standard procedure to take the fingerprints and DNA of all the individuals interviewed by the police. This will then go on file and be kept there, unless the case is dropped.\r\n     This is no light matter, our DNA codes for who we are, it is our blood. Why do they need such power over petty-crime one-off offenders, caution holders or fine holders?\r\n     You wouldn't let them take your arm? Your leg, even? Surely not even a finger? So why do we accept a system that gives them more than all of the above, the code of who you are and your lineage? Stand up for the right to have pride in your coding, your ancestry and dignity as human who is equal to the authority, not below it. Always remember the phrase, nothing strengthens authority as much as silence.\r\n    Destroy all DNA samples of non-criminal record bearers and petty-one-off crime offenders.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2013-07-03T11:13:41.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:14.419Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2013-07-08T14:51:02.000Z","closed_at":"2014-07-08T14:51:02.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-07-03T11:13:41.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":52520,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/52520.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Government apology to those sexually and physically abused in HM Forces","background":null,"additional_details":"We ask that HM Government/MoD follow the lead of the Australian Government (in Nov 2012) and issue an unreserved apology to all those who were abused, sexually and physically, whilst serving in HM Forces.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2013-07-09T09:27:17.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:15.098Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2013-07-17T14:29:59.000Z","closed_at":"2014-07-17T14:29:59.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-07-09T09:27:17.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":52573,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/52573.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Revoke BBC licence","background":null,"additional_details":"Replace the current licence with an optional choice of provider to go with the fee, ie ITV, Sky BBC etc.\r\nLicence fees collected to be allocated according to the choice made, to the Vendors chosen.\r\nViewers will then get their services according to quality, efficiency and impartiality.\r\nThis will overcome BBC cronyism and political bias.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2013-07-10T17:24:07.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:15.284Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2013-07-11T09:12:34.000Z","closed_at":"2014-07-11T09:12:34.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-07-10T17:24:07.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":53371,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/53371.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"The UK should establish a Commonwealth union","background":null,"additional_details":"The UK should leave the EU and seek to establish a Commonwealth Union, which could serve the economic needs of its members rather then the needs of the bureaucracy. 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Please","background":null,"additional_details":"The  number of cyclists  getting killed and injured on our roads and pavements seems to be increasing.\r\n\r\nWe often see  cyclists  ignoring traffic lights and ignoring the Highway Code, endangering themselves  as well as children, pedestrians  and other road users.\r\n\r\nPlease consider introducing  a  Cycling Licence  followed by a mandatory cycling proficiency test.   Request that the police  prosecute cyclists  for  offences against the Highway  Code, please.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2013-08-30T13:54:19.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:21.714Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2013-09-04T09:42:34.000Z","closed_at":"2014-09-04T09:42:34.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-08-30T13:54:19.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":54572,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/54572.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Limit Mobility Scooter Speed","background":null,"additional_details":"Introduce a physical speed limitation on pavement use mobility carriages/scotters to the average walking pace.  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As such, the interrogative question 'whats in it?' should not be asked. It should be reworded to be more human rights friendly such as 'are the contents of your parcel/s any of the items outlined in the prohibited items/dangerous goods list?'\r\n\r\nHuman rights to privacy are being violated with the implementation of the new rule. 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Health is more important than money. At the moment, the Government are think more about making money from the taxes rather than thinking about the health of the people.\r\n\r\nBan smoking all together!\r\n\r\n(and enjoy a longer life!)","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2013-11-16T03:05:15.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:31.319Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2013-11-18T11:04:51.000Z","closed_at":"2014-11-18T11:04:51.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-11-16T03:05:15.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":23708,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/23708.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Don’t call me ‘Black’ there is nothing black about me!","background":null,"additional_details":"This is a petition asking the government to make the calling of people of African origin “Black” unacceptable.\r\n\r\nAfricans are the only race called in a negative adjective, the word black in its definition says it all, dark, gloomy obscure, dusky, murky, dim and etc.\r\n\r\n\"black\" is often associated with catastrophic events such as Black Monday which refers to Monday October 19, 1987, when stock markets around the world crashed. Black Tuesday, Black Wednesday, Black Thursday, Black Friday, and etc.\r\n\r\n\"Black\" is derogatory to people of African origin and in my opinion, it is the root of all forms of racism.\r\n\r\nAfrican British is more acceptable as it represent a true description of our origin. Just as one could not call his or her child Catastrophe Britain should stop calling her citizens Black. 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One way of achieving this might be to restrict the pay of the highest paid Director / Employee of a company (including the banks and utilities) to an agreed multiple of the lowest paid. And whilst we welcome the EU initiative to restrict the size of bankers’ bonuses we believe that where bonuses are involved these should be an agreed percentage of profits (not multiples of salaries) and shared pro-rata amongst all who contributed.”","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2014-01-15T17:17:26.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:38.819Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2014-01-22T09:31:31.000Z","closed_at":"2015-01-22T09:31:31.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2014-01-15T17:17:26.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":59445,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/59445.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Make Pahari/Mirpuri a recognised language.","background":null,"additional_details":"Around 70% of British Pakistanis originate from in and around Mirpur, Azad Kashmir. Although living in Kashmir they are not ethnic Kashmiri but are ethnic Paharis. They are the inhabitants of the Pir panjal mountains and foothills, and speak a language called Pahari which literally translates to 'mountain language'. Although they speak Pahari which is distinct from urdu and punjabi, they have to pick either punjabi or urdu on forms (census etc), they also have to refer to themselves as punjabis or Pakistanis as there is no Pahari or Kashmiri option. Pahari is the most spoken language in Britain after English, and the Pahari people have been in Britain longer than other migrant groups from Pakistan (Punjabis,Pashtuns) but still the government hasn't recognised the people or their language truly.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2014-01-19T14:39:28.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:39.282Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2014-01-27T15:34:50.000Z","closed_at":"2015-01-27T15:34:50.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2014-01-19T14:39:28.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":61936,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/61936.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Safety on school approach roads","background":null,"additional_details":"We propose that all approach roads to schools with main road parking only should have flashing lights installed 250 yards either side of the school entrance. These lights to be timed so they operate during school drop-off and pick-up times only, and a mandatory speed limit of 20 mph between these lights when they are flashing. 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We all have of us have worked paid taxes and national insurance throughout our working lives and remember we left school at 14/15. So with a minimum of 50 years of working and paying our dues to society, we are not scroungers so why take away the pleasure of having bus travel away and keep threatening to do so. When we listen to Mr Cameron his view takes on a different slant depending who he is talking i.e. tell the people you are speaking to what they want to hear irrespective of the good of the community.\r\n\r\nSo I would like to propose\r\nIntroduce a token fee for the issue of the elderly pass  of say £100 per annum (which relates to less than £2 per week) if you want one pay the fee and travel as much every day, every week, every month, every year as you like if not pay full bus fare each time you travel and restrict your activities.\r\n\r\nThis is all providing that we have buses to travel on in the future.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2014-03-07T11:26:55.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:48.526Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2014-03-10T09:01:59.000Z","closed_at":"2015-03-10T09:01:59.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2014-03-07T11:26:55.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":63357,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/63357.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Reverse cuts to funding for domestic abuse services","background":null,"additional_details":"There have been 30% cuts so far to funding for services supporting women experiencing domestic abuse. There will be more cuts as local authorities who fund these services are forced to make more savings as a result of more reductions in money from this Government. Currently 2 women a week die at the hands of a partner or former partner. There are fewer refuges for women to flee to and fewer support services for women living with domestic abuse. This Government does not care about the right of women to live their lives free from fear, but we should.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2014-04-03T18:39:24.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:52.667Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2014-04-04T09:32:09.000Z","closed_at":"2014-10-04T09:32:09.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2014-04-03T18:39:24.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":31739,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/31739.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Parity under discrimination and equality laws for the working class","background":null,"additional_details":"We want the Government to recognise the working class as a distinct ethnic group with its own protected characteristics, therefore protecting working class people under UK discrimination legislation.\r\nWe also believe that derogatory, stereotypical and discriminatory terms such as 'chav' and 'underclass' should be categorised as hate speech under the terms of inclusion.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2012-03-21T17:04:32.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:28:03.126Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2012-04-20T06:35:58.000Z","closed_at":"2013-04-20T06:35:58.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2012-03-21T17:04:32.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":63681,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/63681.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Require all outside services working in venues across the UK to hold both Public Liability Insurance & Portable Appliance Testing","background":null,"additional_details":"There are so many outside services across the UK working in places like local community halls & hired venues for a variety of situations.\r\n\r\nMore and more we are seeing professional businesses being pushed out by services which are potentially unsafe or amateur.\r\n\r\nI believe by making all venues across the UK require outside services like mobile entertainers etc to carry both Public Liability Insurance and Portable Appliance Testing it could help create more professional services and help better protect the public and venues across the UK.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2014-04-09T00:15:10.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:53.790Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2014-04-22T14:27:22.000Z","closed_at":"2015-03-30T22:59:59.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2014-04-09T00:15:10.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":64791,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/64791.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Curzon Cinema  Old Swan","background":null,"additional_details":"That the proposed demolition of the Curzon Cinema in Old Swan Liverpool and it's replacement with a cut-price bargain store be blocked. The Building is an iconic art-deco example and as such should be preserved.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2014-05-07T21:28:58.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:57.581Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2014-05-15T12:05:30.000Z","closed_at":"2015-03-30T22:59:59.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2014-05-07T21:28:58.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":65150,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/65150.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Life sentances in prisons for child abusers / murderers","background":null,"additional_details":"Recently ive heard of far to many cases of child abuse and murder, when reading the articles about these cases I have been in total shock at how pitiful murders and abusers sentances have been!\r\nTwo recent examples are Matthew Whickens who murdered his 5 week old son , he got 6 years and 5 months in prison. Another case is Megan Mckoen who left her 3 year old alone for 20 hours for her to return and find her son had died, originally she got a maximum of 42 months in prison.\r\nI am hoping that somehow people who commit such horrific crimes will get a life sentance with no bail.\r\nOnce there pitifully amount of time in prison is over,  they have literally got away with murder.\r\nPlease sign this e-petition to show your support for child abusers and child murders to get life in prison.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":14,"created_at":"2014-05-15T21:03:13.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:58.828Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2014-05-16T09:19:24.000Z","closed_at":"2015-03-30T22:59:59.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2014-05-15T21:03:13.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}}]}