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A national approach to this is to encourage the use of bicycles and Ely Cycling Campaign have designed a blue print for East Cambs which we want the Government to support and activley promote through out the UK by putting pressure on local government.\r\nPlease show your support and view our plan www.elycycle.org.uk .\r\n","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":5,"created_at":"2013-03-25T10:14:25.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:28:58.410Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2013-03-26T07:04:51.000Z","closed_at":"2014-03-26T07:04:51.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-03-25T10:14:25.000Z","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":60201,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/60201.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 DWP to target people who are fit and have never worked instead of the genuinely sick and disabled","background":null,"additional_details":"Instead of targeting people with genuine illnesses and disabilities, the government should target people who have never worked a day in their lives.  If these people refuse up to three jobs, then their benefits should be stopped.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":5,"created_at":"2014-02-03T20:58:12.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:41.902Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2014-02-05T10:35:33.000Z","closed_at":"2015-02-05T10:35:33.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2014-02-03T20:58:12.000Z","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":14443,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/14443.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":"Reduced VAT for charities","background":null,"additional_details":"Allow all registered charities to claim back three quarters of VAT paid out on all goods and services, which will have the effect of reducing VAT to 5%. 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Supermarkets, amongst the most profitable companies in the UK, will be guaranteed further profit at the expense of drinkers. The huge additional profits will be ploughed into promoting alcohol consumption on a scale not previously seen. Cheap alcohol products will be imported or developed to maximise the gain to be made from having a guaranteed minimum price at point of sale. If this is genuinely for health reasons, increase the duty payable on alcohol and direct any proceeds to fund the facilities required to deal with the problems, not just extra profits for already fat cats.         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These riders do not pay  road tax .But they cause masive delays for vehicles trying to pass them and quite often believe that putting out an arm gives them an automatic right to stop all other traffic\r\nNumerours times we have seen youngsters having trouble handling these poor animals\r\n\r\nAn on the spot fines would help fund suitable pathways for this activity ","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":5,"created_at":"2013-03-25T14:28:42.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:28:58.452Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2013-03-26T07:05:44.000Z","closed_at":"2014-03-26T07:05:44.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-03-25T14:28:42.000Z","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":60293,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/60293.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":"Challenge to anyone to live on £53 per week","background":null,"additional_details":"MP's and former MP's state that they can live on £53 per week.  They are not taking into account the cost of food, gas, electricity, mortgage/rent, council tax, water rates, insurances and TV licence to name but a few.\r\n\r\nWe would like the people say that they could live on this amount to try and see if they could manage.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":5,"created_at":"2014-02-05T15:31:03.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:42.257Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2014-02-06T11:17:02.000Z","closed_at":"2015-02-06T11:17:02.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2014-02-05T15:31:03.000Z","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":60425,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/60425.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":"child slavery in africa","background":null,"additional_details":"we are doing this petition to stop children of any age from being a slave. it is appalling that this even exists. I strongly feel action needs to happen. Our aim as a group is to stop it all together I am fully aware that there are other groups trying but have not been successful I am determined to stop it.   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On direct debit most companies offer 5% discount yet paying direct via your bank saves then money and should also offer a discount. There is only a few taffif choices available accross the whole market.  Companies should be made to provide evidence that they are moving towards making the top up easier with home top up as the way forward surley in this technological advanced world the idea of going to your local shop to top up is old fashionedy you should have the choice to top up whenever it is needed by other means","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":5,"created_at":"2013-03-26T05:54:23.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:28:58.561Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2013-03-26T09:28:24.000Z","closed_at":"2014-03-26T09:28:24.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-03-26T05:54:23.000Z","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":962,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/962.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":"Modification of Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000","background":null,"additional_details":"The action I would propose for the Government to take is to cease penalising to uncover covert operations of the Secret Services in Ripa 2000.\r\nIf the Secret Services cannot do their duties without perverting the whole structure of this society and forcing by law other authorities to act against basic human rights of their Targets, it will be far better if they stop doing those \"secret duties\" in the first place.The victims of those Secret Services should get help from the Police to detain their torturers, and to get evidences against them, because torture is illegal. The police should not be able to cover up this infringements of the Secret Services due to the threats of Ripa 2000. The Investigatory Powers Tribunal is dismissing complaints due to the difficulty of the victims of getting evidences against those Services because they use high tech non-touch weapons. 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Independent bookshops cannot sustain a price cutting model like the giant corporations. The net book agreement is vital to secure a future where small independent bookshops can flourish. Without this only large corporations will survive making for a poorer cultural life in this country.  You may not be aware but small businesses cannot buy books for the price the large corporations are selling them for, does this seem fair practice?  This practice has gone on for long enough, please give a thought for those who are having their livelihoods taken away from them.  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We oppose the re-election of Herman Van Rompuy in 2012 because of his open opposition to democracy and the catastrophic failure of his policies and leadership.\r\nWe petition Parliament to debate these matters and  we ask Parliament to  vote on the following  motion;\r\n\r\nThis House  requests that   the Heads of the EU re- affirm their commitment to democracy and  to Government  with the consent of the Governed;   accordingly opposes  the re-election of Herman Van Rompuy as European Council President  and expresses the wish to see him replaced by a President  fully committed to maintaining democratic principles whatever the circumstances, with the will and ability to restore harmony and prosperity throughout the whole of Europe.\r\n","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":5,"created_at":"2011-11-28T19:19:30.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:27:39.489Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2011-11-30T16:25:50.000Z","closed_at":"2012-08-30T15:25:50.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2011-11-28T19:19:30.000Z","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":24468,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/24468.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":"Standing Tickets for public trains.","background":null,"additional_details":"On public trains at peak times most people are not given the choice as to whether they get to sit or not.\r\nThis may deter people from travelling on this form of public transport as people do not like to pay for discomfort.\r\nFor people who travel on trains often it is usual to see a carrage cramped and short of space and is uncomfortable for everyone involved, there may also be an increase in tension as the standing, uncomfortable passangers had to pay the same ammount as a seated passanger if they were to travel to the same destination.\r\nI propose for 'standing tickets' to be introduced at a fraction of the price, this would therefore free up more steats on trains for those who are willing to pay for them.\r\nSome people may also be more willing to travel on trains if they have the choice to travel slightly cheaper.\r\n","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":5,"created_at":"2011-11-29T13:50:32.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:27:39.719Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2011-11-30T11:44:37.000Z","closed_at":"2012-11-30T11:44:37.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2011-11-29T13:50:32.000Z","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":32588,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/32588.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":"Ban the use of premium phone numbers by Government, it,s Departments and other related Agencies.","background":null,"additional_details":"I would like the Government and all of its Departments and other Agencies to replace the  premium phone numbers with '0800' numbers or similar.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":5,"created_at":"2012-04-04T18:10:20.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:28:05.952Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2012-04-13T08:52:29.000Z","closed_at":"2012-10-13T08:52:29.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2012-04-04T18:10:20.000Z","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":24486,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/24486.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":"Rename National Insurance as Income Tax","background":null,"additional_details":"'National Insurance' is a misnomer. It is another form of income tax on individuals. For businesses it is a direct cost per employee. There are no funds held by Government earmarked for paying out on insurance claims.\r\n\r\nMaintaining the facade national insurance confuses the electorate and causes them to disengage from political debate. In an age of 'transparency' the Government should remove the label of national insurance and replace it with a better title and so enable a better understanding of taxation levels.  ","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":5,"created_at":"2011-11-29T16:37:34.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:27:39.772Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2011-12-19T08:10:06.000Z","closed_at":"2012-12-19T08:10:06.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2011-11-29T16:37:34.000Z","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":24513,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/24513.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":"Encouraging people to stay on benefits ..5% rise ..really!!","background":null,"additional_details":"Why is the government going to increase benefits by at least  5%?.\r\nThis government initially stated that they would \"encourage people to work by rewarding workers and cutting down on benefits\", According to the Autumn statement people on benefits will be getting a bigger payrise than people who work (often more than one job to just pay bills and survive)\r\nSo far fuel has gone up, food prices have gone up, gas/electricity has gone up, private and social housing rents have gone up etc etc etc, and wages are stagnant. who is getting rewarded ,,,, not people in work!\r\nGive the people who are working something back after all we pay to keep people on benefits and the government seems to be encouraging people to stay on benefits by raising what they receive.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":5,"created_at":"2011-11-29T18:52:28.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:27:39.861Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2011-11-30T09:36:34.000Z","closed_at":"2012-11-30T09:36:34.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2011-11-29T18:52:28.000Z","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":24583,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/24583.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":"Reintroduce a retirement age","background":null,"additional_details":"We want the retirement age reintroduced. This will allow people to retire and thus create vacancies for school leavers to apply for. Under the present system people do not have to retire, so no job vacancies for school leavers.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":5,"created_at":"2011-11-30T10:27:49.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:27:40.153Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2011-11-30T11:43:02.000Z","closed_at":"2012-02-29T11:43:02.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2011-11-30T10:27:49.000Z","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":[]}}]}