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Smaller business owners would be free of the strangulating hold high rates have over them and the growth of their companies. Extra money retained via tax cuts could not only be reinvested into the aforementioned organisations, but spent in the wider economy, thus helping to power the economy out of recession through consumerism.\r\n\r\nIn addition, a 20% rate of tax would appeal to a greater degree of foreign capital seeking financial safety within the EU. This new overseas investment would obviously benefit the economy and eventually trickle down to the wider population.\r\n\r\nFinally the proposed reduction in income tax would decrease the number of UK tax exiles fleeing to offshore tax heavens such as Switzerland or Cayman Islands. More money would be retained within the country and no one can dispute the positive effect this would have on the economy.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2014-11-14T12:44:20.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:30:23.150Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2014-11-17T08:06:46.000Z","closed_at":"2015-03-30T22:59:59.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2014-11-14T12:44:20.000Z","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":71973,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/71973.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":"close tax avoidance loophole for self employed","background":null,"additional_details":"Why doesn't the Government raise tax revenues by closing the tax loophole that allows the self employed to pay themselves a very low wage (paying either none or very low level of income tax) and then to pay themselves large dividends each year that are only taxed at 10%. This is unfair to those of us in full time employment that pay high rates/levels of tax, and is used by the self employed simply to reduce their tax bill significantly and increase their disposable incomes.\r\n\r\nGiven the increasing numbers of self employed these days (e.g. plumbers/builders/contractors etc),  I would imagine that Government could raise significant additional revenues to reduce the national debt and be seen to be introducing fairer tax regimes, by ensuring that these people also pay their fair share of tax as do the rest of us !","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2014-11-13T14:44:48.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:30:23.015Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2014-11-14T08:23:47.000Z","closed_at":"2015-03-30T22:59:59.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2014-11-13T14:44:48.000Z","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":72720,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/72720.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":"Citalopram","background":null,"additional_details":"This petition is too call for the government  to have the drug citalopram to be reviewed as almost a 'go too' drug for GP's as the common side effects are horrific for the people who try to cope with the first month of taking citalopram. Many psychiatrists will say that citalopram is a awful drug and often take their patients off the drug (Source People that have spoke about citalopram in the general public) ","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2014-12-03T17:18:31.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:30:25.621Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2014-12-04T09:05:51.000Z","closed_at":"2015-03-30T22:59:59.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2014-12-03T17:18:31.000Z","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":72047,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/72047.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 Councils Publish Annual Accounts","background":null,"additional_details":"Every year councils aks for more money to deliver substandard services. They hold millions in reserves,  yet prosecute impoverished citizens. This e-petition is designed to increase transparency and accountability in by making councils publish full accounts annually. 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However, the question that should be asked - Whether overseas students are qualified candidates and are able to survive through the UK education challenges ?\r\n\r\nThis e-petition draws an attention on overseas students problems and how this segment can be of a great potential to further boost the UK economy.\r\n\r\nSince, overseas students are taught in different languages and academic trends before coming to the UK. These elements sets various barriers on them to interpret and cope with the UK education system.\r\n\r\nResearches conducted by Overseas Students Development Centre (OSDC) proved that there is an increase in the number of students failing to complete their academic courses all over the UK. The reason behind this fact is that the majority of overseas students does struggle with universities and colleges assessments and examinations.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2014-11-18T13:21:57.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:30:23.646Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2014-11-18T17:50:20.000Z","closed_at":"2015-03-30T22:59:59.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2014-11-18T13:21:57.000Z","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":72302,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/72302.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":"Abolish standing charges on gas and electricity bills","background":null,"additional_details":"My standing charge for both is £233 a year plus vat. If I decide to go on holiday for a long period I still have to pay.  I've just calculated using relative figures, how much revenue it has  given the companies since the house was built in 1962 it  equals £12,147  for doing absolutely nothing.  It is a ridiculous state of affairs. Why can't it just be a price per unit at a higher cost if neccessary then at least one has the choice to use it or not if the bills are too high. As it is one is paying for nothing. 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As the flag of Saint David is the only patron saint not represented on the union flag. As a United Kingdom it should only be fair and that Wales and Saint David should also be represented on the union flag. I want the government to explore all possibilities of adding the flag of Saint David onto the union flag.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2014-11-25T10:46:55.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:30:24.514Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2014-11-25T11:32:41.000Z","closed_at":"2015-03-30T22:59:59.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2014-11-25T10:46:55.000Z","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":72583,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/72583.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":"In The General elections of 2015 add 3 questions regarding English Parliament, England Independence, and Devolution","background":null,"additional_details":"All peoples have the right to Self-determination and Self-government\r\n I and the undersigned propose that for the General Election of 2015 two questions should be added to The Ballot Paper and asked to the electorate of England\r\n\r\n.Do you want that one of the Houses of the British Parliament evolves into an English Parliament –located in Birmingham - with the parliaments of the four constituent nations of the United Kingdom having the same powers?\r\n\r\nDo you want that in the next British parliament term the People of England vote in a referendum with the question Do you want that England become a Sovereign State Independent of the United Kingdom?\r\n\r\nBecause the British Parliament is not “English” the other constituents nations of the UK should be asked\r\n\r\nDo you agree that the  British Parliament evolves to an English Parliament –located in Birmingham- and the parliaments of the four constituents nations of the UK have the same powers?\r\n","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2014-11-30T12:27:43.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:30:25.174Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2014-12-01T11:57:03.000Z","closed_at":"2015-03-30T22:59:59.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2014-11-30T12:27:43.000Z","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":72584,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/72584.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":"Calling on Chris Grayling to release all over tariff IPP prisoners immediately","background":null,"additional_details":"We have many people languishing in prison whom are over their release tariff from the unjust, unhumane sentence of IPP.  Chris Grayling can release these people NOW. So sign this petition.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2014-11-30T13:07:03.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:30:25.178Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2014-12-05T11:23:35.000Z","closed_at":"2015-03-30T22:59:59.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2014-11-30T13:07:03.000Z","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":72817,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/72817.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":"Bring in a legal definition for real craft cider","background":null,"additional_details":"With the proliferation of \"ciders\" perporting to be artisan, craft or real the government should create a legal definition of \"craft cider\" stating that the unconcentrated apple (or pear where applicable) should be a minimum of 85% with minimal additives. This will allow real cider enthusiasts to ensure that the product they are drinking is a genuine craft cider. It will also enable small craft cider producers to differentiate their products from other mass produced \"ciders\" with a much lower apple content or a high percentage of concentrate.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2014-12-07T19:10:39.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:30:25.926Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2014-12-08T13:44:52.000Z","closed_at":"2015-03-30T22:59:59.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2014-12-07T19:10:39.000Z","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":72790,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/72790.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":"Return Shaker Aamer to the UK","background":null,"additional_details":"Shaker Aamer is the last British citizen in Guantanamo Bay. He was captured in Afghanistan whilst working for a local charity and was taken to Bagram. It has been over 12 years since he was taken to Guantanamo. Previously there was a petition in 2012 that reached the 100,000 signatures but the debate amounted to nothing in the end and Shaker still remains in prison without charge. We call on the British government again and new Foreign secretary Philip Hammond to secure Shaker's release immediately to the UK","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2014-12-05T22:27:05.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:30:25.854Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2014-12-18T13:14:59.000Z","closed_at":"2015-03-30T22:59:59.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2014-12-05T22:27:05.000Z","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":72919,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/72919.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":"fair and flexible train fares","background":null,"additional_details":"Train fares  - a confusing mess!\r\n-Tickets warn that restrictions apply, but the restrictions aren't explained\r\n- It is too hard to find the correct fare on vending machines.\r\n- Season tickets worked when we all travelled to one place all week. With flexible working (different places, routes, train operators, part time or zero hours working) they don't offer savings\r\n\r\nPlease bring in a unified electronic charging scheme across all operators based on a known and simple formula (distance, speed of journey, and time of day).  'Bulk buy' discounts for commuters could replace season tickets, but this must be flexible across operators/routes.\r\nNo charge for journeys that you haven't made, or  any excessively delayed journeys. Single journey to cost half the cost of a return journey. Discounts applied for children, students, pensioners ..\r\n\r\nThe cost and any restrictions to be shown clearly before you start a journey.\r\n\r\nThis would make for fairer, more flexible rail travel.\r\n","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2014-12-10T17:53:08.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:30:26.242Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2014-12-15T08:57:28.000Z","closed_at":"2015-03-30T22:59:59.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2014-12-10T17:53:08.000Z","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":73038,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/73038.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":"On the banning of 6-allyl-6-nor-LSD - a comment and petition from a businessman, research scientist and entrepreneur","background":null,"additional_details":"The proposed enactment of The Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 (Amendment) (No. 2) Order 2014 has raised some very important questions, ethically and scientifically.\r\n\r\nWhile the introduction of NSP has created real and profound health problems, the use of criminal law to deal with these issues is problematic. One effect is the placing compounds into the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971, placing them outside regulatory systems, and into the hands of criminals. As an effect, the banning will promote the use of this substance as a recreational drug, and more people will use than currently, with less quality control.\r\n\r\nIn the tradition of scientists such as Sir James Clerk Maxwell, ethical self-study has found possible clinical and scientific benefits to this compound..\r\n\r\nThis is not a solution. This is making the problem worse, and I demand an answer from the people that are placed to protect us as to why this is.\r\n\r\nMatt Adamson LLB LLM\r\nDirector\r\n\r\nSecond Movemet Legal Intelligence Ltd","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2014-12-14T22:21:10.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:30:26.594Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2014-12-15T08:46:19.000Z","closed_at":"2015-03-30T22:59:59.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2014-12-14T22:21:10.000Z","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":73081,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/73081.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":"Introduce legislation preventing the sighting of outdoor pig units close to housing","background":null,"additional_details":"I would like to have introduced legislation preventing the sighting of outdoor pig units close to housing. The production of pigs, in temporary outdoor units is a fairly recent practice, and while we understand that this is a great benefit for the welfare of pigs themselves, rules applying to these units are few and far between when concerned with the welfare of the public.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2014-12-16T10:10:10.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:30:26.740Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2014-12-16T11:57:59.000Z","closed_at":"2015-03-30T22:59:59.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2014-12-16T10:10:10.000Z","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":73533,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/73533.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":"why isn't oil price fall passed to consumers?","background":null,"additional_details":"In the recent weeks we have seen the price of crude oil dipping to as low as $50 per barrel, which is the lowest since May 2009. This needs to be passed on to the consumers in terms of lower fuel prices, lower air fares, etc. Consumers have hardly seen the benefits of this price drop. The government needs to create regulations for oil companies to slash fuel prices in direct proportion to the fall in crude oil prices.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2015-01-07T09:52:22.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:30:28.190Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2015-01-14T09:29:07.000Z","closed_at":"2015-03-30T22:59:59.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2015-01-07T09:52:22.000Z","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":73338,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/73338.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":"'Gov-U-Fund' - The crowd sourced government funding service","background":null,"additional_details":"If you carry out an internet search with, 'X-Factor' and 'money'; it doesn't take an internet genius to access numerous articles on the subject of the nation's favourite TV talent show and it's money making prowess.\r\n\r\nPhone votes, advertising rights and multi million pound record deals culminating in a would-be hopeful that gathers enough interest to frequently grab the Christmas number 1 spot.\r\n\r\nThis mega buck making model can also been seen within the charitable achievements of Comic Relief and Children in Need.\r\n\r\nThe internet has also allowed the crowd sourced funding era to emerge.\r\n\r\nTaking into account the above, my idea is simply as follows:\r\n\r\nCombine the above, proven models into a Crowd sourced Government funding service using TV, advertising and internet campaigns to pursue ideas that will benefit the nation.\r\n\r\nThis is a step towards the way we influence government. Not with protests but with opportunity. Please sign the petition and let's make our future,\r\ntogether.\r\n","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2014-12-29T13:13:34.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:30:27.529Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2015-02-25T16:40:54.000Z","closed_at":"2015-03-30T22:59:59.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2014-12-29T13:13:34.000Z","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":73600,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/73600.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":"Recover NHS costs incurred from treating botched foreign/private procedures","background":null,"additional_details":"More and more people are choosing to undertake cosmetic or other non-essential surgeries, with many travelling abroad for cheaper prices. If these procedures go wrong or problems subsequently develop, it is the NHS that then ends up repairing the damage, and bearing the financial cost. This is unacceptable. This petition is for the  Government to introduce laws requiring the person undertaking a non-essential elective surgery (in the UK or abroad) or a procedure (or normal follow-up care for it) abroad (including EU countries) which the NHS had determined to not be appropriate in their case; to obtain insurance from a reputable UK Insurer prior to the procedure, so that the NHS is re-paid in full. If the person fails to take out insurance, then they are personally liable for the cost and have to repay the full amount-irrespective of income level or lack of assets (in order to deter abuse by those who would be deemed to have an inability to pay) - within 5 years. 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There should be either an outright ban of this practice, or prevention of employment or appointment for a minimum of ten years after leaving office.\r\n\r\n","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2015-01-20T12:43:55.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:30:29.718Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2015-01-21T12:35:24.000Z","closed_at":"2015-03-30T22:59:59.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2015-01-20T12:43:55.000Z","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":74060,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/74060.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":"REDUCE BURDENS ON SMALL LIMITED COMPANIES","background":null,"additional_details":"As an owner of a very small limited company , whose turnover is less than £10,000,  I  spend a vast number of hours complying with Government imposed schemes as follows:\r\n\r\n1. Corporation Tax Online Filing - Using HMRC's online facility takes me an extra week compared to filing on paper. Sole trader businesses can file on paper.\r\n\r\n2. RTI - I am forced to report to HMRC online even though I have paid myself nothing.\r\n\r\n3. Pensions Auto Enrolment - I will have to know my staging date, register, examine my workforce etc. I am spending hours researching what I have to do again probably to report nothing.\r\n\r\n4. In 2016 FRSSE will be replaced by FRSME, which is based on FRS 102. This is for large companies and the document is over 350 pages long.  How many hours am I going to spend on this?\r\n\r\nI request that for  limited companies with turnover below say £10,000 the Government exempts them from the first three requirements, and that FRSSE can continue to be used.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2015-01-21T13:34:03.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:30:29.870Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2015-01-28T08:13:10.000Z","closed_at":"2015-03-30T22:59:59.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2015-01-21T13:34:03.000Z","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":47582,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/47582.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":"Keep Libraries in towns open","background":null,"additional_details":"Keep the Libraries in towns open and help them to thrive - if necessary shutting village libraries. 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This was recognised when VAT was introduced 42 years ago and books were zero rated, so why tax e-books, now representing nearly a quarter of all books purchased and forecast to be 50% by the end of this decade.\r\n\r\nWe must promote reading and by adding VAT to e-books we are smothering our culture under tax.\r\n\r\nHere is an example of how unfair it is.\r\n\r\n\tVersion \t\t\t\tBook\t\te-Book\r\n\tSelling Price\t\t\t£10.00\t\t£10.00\r\n\tVAT\t\t\t\t          £0.00\t\t  £2.00\r\n\tafter UK tax\t\t\t£10.00\t\t  £8.00\r\n\r\nSo we at CUT - The Writers e-Publishing Community urge you the UK Government to join us in the fight.\r\n","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2015-01-25T06:30:36.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:30:30.282Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2015-01-28T08:08:16.000Z","closed_at":"2015-03-30T22:59:59.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2015-01-25T06:30:36.000Z","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":74390,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/74390.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":"creation of forest reserve on mersea island and planting large woodland rewilding reserve   nature walton on naze  frinton and brightlingsea","background":null,"additional_details":"The Planned objective of this petition is ask the govemrnet to create a large wild area of wildness on coast of essex for local people for future for main so purpose of rewilding historic extinct fanua to return to coast area like\r\n\r\nEuropean beaver\r\nEuropean lynx\r\nEuropean Bison\r\nEuropean wolf\r\neuropean stork\r\neuropean siage anterlope\r\nEuropean red squirrel\r\nEuropean moose\r\nEuropean red deer\r\nEuropean Tree frog\r\nEuropean Auroch\r\nEuropean pond tortoise","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2015-01-30T18:54:49.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:30:30.854Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2015-02-02T09:56:52.000Z","closed_at":"2015-03-30T22:59:59.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2015-01-30T18:54:49.000Z","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":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":74561,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/74561.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":"Abolish all Taxation except VAT","background":null,"additional_details":"To be simple fair and effortless to both the tax payer and the government I propose the abolition of all taxation (income tax, capital gains tax, inheritance tax, corporation tax) except for VAT and similar duties.\r\n\r\nAll government revenues would be based exclusively on personal and business purchases, simplifying massively their collection; there would be no more PAYE or self-assessments to declare and administer. And with all of HMRC enforcing the VAT revenue source dodging tax would become very difficult.\r\n\r\nNICs would still be necessary for entitlement to insurance services (NHS, pensions, benefits), but the contributions would no longer factor in personal income levels.\r\n\r\nThe application of VAT and other duties (fuel, stamp, imports) would require a substantial review so as justifiably cover government costs. In a similar style to France, purchasing of essential products or services could incur a low levy of 5%; non-essentials at 20%; and luxury items at 40%.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2015-02-04T23:46:58.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:30:31.279Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2015-02-10T10:47:10.000Z","closed_at":"2015-03-30T22:59:59.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2015-02-04T23:46:58.000Z","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":74542,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/74542.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":"Establish a Standard Academic Year for fees and abolish the Seasonal Academic years for fees.","background":null,"additional_details":"The Seasonal Academic Year currently prevents education providers, such as universities, from charging over £6750 per Seasonal Academic Year. The Seasonal Academic Years are: Autumn (1 September - 31 August), Winter (1 January - 31 December), Spring (1 April - 31 March), and Summer (1 July - 30 June). The Standard Academic Year would be: 1 September - 31 August. Currently a student starting a degree in February who pays £6000 cannot start his/her second year in September as the university will not be able to charge them without exceeding the limit stated, and instead has to wait for the following year.\r\nBy using the Standard Academic Year more options will become available to students and educators, the system will be streamlined and easier to understand, but course fees will still be appropriately capped.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2015-02-04T11:59:14.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:30:31.238Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2015-02-13T15:41:54.000Z","closed_at":"2015-03-30T22:59:59.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2015-02-04T11:59:14.000Z","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":52881,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/52881.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 Shops turn lights off when sunny and Get Shutters at Night","background":null,"additional_details":"I want the government to pass legislation making shops turn their lights off when they are not needed. This means when it is light enough to see by natural light. I also want all shops to have to have shutters at night instead of leaving lights on in order to save energy.\r\n\r\n","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2013-07-19T14:30:29.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:16.300Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2013-07-22T08:39:00.000Z","closed_at":"2014-07-22T08:39:00.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-07-19T14:30:29.000Z","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":75328,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/75328.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":"Code of Practice Inclusions to the Animal Welfare Act 2006 for the Domestic Pet Rabbit","background":null,"additional_details":"ACTION CHANGES to Section 9\r\nInclude more descriptive codes of practice for domestic pet rabbits (non-breeding stock), kept outside in confinement, between the weight of 3lb and 12lb;\r\n\r\nACTION ONE: Be housed in a space of no less than 6ft x 2ft x 3ft & in a  secure run of no less than 6ft x 10ft x 3ft.\r\n\r\nACTION TWO: Be kept with at least one other rabbit. (Both spayed/neutered by a professional vetinarian) and not housed with a different species. (It should also be advised that any rabbit housed in confinement be allowed to interact/play with other rabbits and humans at least 4 hours every day).\r\n\r\nSUMMARY\r\nRabbits are still not living to their full potential (teenage years) which shows a continued misunderstanding, proving existing legislation is NOT sufficient. Additional, more detailed, guidelines, laws and codes of practice should be introduced and enforced as a matter of urgency.   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France just passed law recently that animals are recognized as sentient beings and not property  we Britain's  need to do what is right by classifying our animals and beloved pets as sentient beings. They are well aware of pain, love, hate,compassion for others as well as many others and not just our pets but for livestock as well.  We consider pets as family and very many of us share our beds with them. What better way to protect our animals from abuse than to recognize them as sentient beings and that anyone who would abuse them would be held accountable by the penal code for justice on their behalf! It's time for Britain to do something about it and bring us out of an older age where our pets are not merely property. You can't abuse a clock or chair but our beloved fur babies feel every punch and kick and basically scream and cry in pain. .Please sign and share\r\n","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2015-03-06T12:48:17.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:30:33.974Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2015-03-10T16:48:59.000Z","closed_at":"2015-03-30T22:59:59.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2015-03-06T12:48:17.000Z","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":75550,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/75550.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 to The UK Political Structure","background":null,"additional_details":"A UK Wide vote to produce a change in the UK political structure. The current structure is no longer designed for the more informed society and the manner in which we can transfer data and points of view.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2015-03-09T17:13:17.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:30:34.274Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2015-03-10T15:02:42.000Z","closed_at":"2015-03-30T22:59:59.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2015-03-09T17:13:17.000Z","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":75663,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/75663.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":"Religious holiday's","background":null,"additional_details":"Britain has a culture popularity of  Christians, Jews,Muslims,Hindus,sikh and Chinese.\r\nWhy can't Britain have public holidays for each religion to mark their respect an equality for each of the religion such as:\r\n\r\nHindus.   1 day off for Diwali\r\nMuslims  3 days off for Eid which is twice a\r\nyear\r\nSikh        1 day off for Visakhi\r\nChinese  1 day off for their new year\r\n\r\nWhy is it we learn about these religions in school and college but yet we fail to cater for them to show we are a country of equality. Why is it we have days off for Christmas and we have schools that break up for Easter but yet no recognition for other religion. Wouldn't it be nice to have these religious holidays put into everyone's calendars and have a public day off work or school an spend time with your family.\r\n\r\nWe need to sign this petition people so we can make this happen and be equal in Britain. If we can get as many signatures to make this happen. America has already done this.\r\n\r\n","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2015-03-12T10:00:22.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:30:34.638Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2015-03-16T07:11:02.000Z","closed_at":"2015-03-30T22:59:59.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2015-03-12T10:00:22.000Z","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":53254,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/53254.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":"Mandatory whole-life term for acid attacks","background":null,"additional_details":"Acid attacks represent a form of barbarity that simply shouldn't be allowed to become the norm in the United Kingdom. They are of such a severity in malice and execution that a manditory whole-life sentence is justified. 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Unfortunately the Police cannot be everywhere at the time, so a majority of offending drivers escape prosecution or fines. I propose that the Government invests in updating the cameras on our highways that have the same ability to record footage as on board cameras in Police cars, from recognising registration number plates, identifying stolen, uninsured, untaxed, or vehicles with no MOT, to tracking the speed of vehicles or those on their mobiles or commiting other driving offences. The cameras should be HD to help clearly identify those who are actually driving the car at the time of the committed offence.The cameras should initially be rolled out across our Motorway network, then installation on our dual carriage-ways and other major routes.  Money made from fines could re-invested into paying for the maintenance and upkeep of the network of cameras.\r\n","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2013-08-01T01:29:20.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:18.003Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2013-08-05T09:33:40.000Z","closed_at":"2014-08-05T09:33:40.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-08-01T01:29:20.000Z","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":53552,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/53552.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":"cut down petrol prices","background":null,"additional_details":"Cut down the prices of petrol everywhere. It is getting ridiculous with the amount of petrol you have to pay per litre! 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This immoral situation cannot be allowed to obtain and funding to prisons should be cut by at east 50% to ease the pressure on the innocent and unconvicted taxpayer.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2013-08-14T19:36:58.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:19.702Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2013-08-15T10:43:22.000Z","closed_at":"2014-08-15T10:43:22.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-08-14T19:36:58.000Z","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":66802,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/66802.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat 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groups","background":null,"additional_details":"tax concessions for small community groups would help local communities to stay stronger and work better.encourage local and national businesses to support small community groups to improve areas with out having to be a registered Charity. I run a community group that has been active for 13 years but now if we want to keep going we are told we need to become a registered charity, even though we have a national and world wide company that wants to support us but are unable until we become registered charity. please fix it so all small community groups can benefit with tax concessions and company support.   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A loan is available via a third party but the legal issues surrounding this are draconian and could get new business directors and proprietors into serious debt. A grant of at least £2000 for each new business start or company start would provide a solid financial base to start with. Many businesses are failing due to a lack of practical help (that could be provided by professional ex-businessmen  perhaps) and financial help which does nothing for our economy. The grant could then be paid back at a reasonable rate through the tax system once the business has reached a financially stable level. Should the business/company fail the money could then be paid back over a five to ten year period by the director/owner at an affordable rate for them.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2013-08-24T08:19:38.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:20.823Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2013-08-27T08:37:20.000Z","closed_at":"2014-08-27T08:37:20.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-08-24T08:19:38.000Z","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":54305,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/54305.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 the press invading the privacy of families and friends of those who have died.","background":null,"additional_details":"This petition is to stop the press, including local newspapers, invading the privacy of the families and friends during times of grief when a loved one passes away.\r\n\r\nThe Media currently has the right to inform family members and also friends of a person that they have died, in order to get information from them to produce a story. This can be before the family may have even had the chance to tell them personally. Imagine how hard this would be if you found out a loved one had died by a stranger who wants personal details.\r\n\r\nThey also have the right to post information about deaths including images and stories, days after the death, without the consent of the grieving families. Some of this information comes from Facebook, some of it may not be entirely true. This then gets made public.\r\n\r\nThis needs to stop and the government need to help make a change. Not only can it be life destroying, it makes the grievance process a whole deal harder.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2013-08-28T10:28:00.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:21.356Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2013-08-29T08:12:36.000Z","closed_at":"2014-05-29T08:12:36.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-08-28T10:28:00.000Z","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":54314,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/54314.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":"Age Warning On Book Teaching Sex Tape Tips To Children","background":null,"additional_details":"It's All About the Sex Face: A Guide to Becoming a Celebrity was recently featured in the Daily Mail and the Telegraph when a shocked mother found her daughter and friends reading a chapter within this book; which detailed how to make and leak a sex tape to become famous.\r\n\r\nWe would like to call on other parents to show their support for this petition in the hopes of getting this book and others like it to be made to place an age restriction on it's cover.\r\n\r\nThe government has done well in monitoring what music and television programs are age appropriate but they fall short when it comes to any form of literature other than top shelf magazines. 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After all they have paid into the system.\r\n\r\nAnd as part of the deficit-reduction strategy, instead of coming up with solution to hit the needy, why don't you stop giving handouts to EU migrants such as slovakian gypsies, who seem to thrive on handouts, and are not interested in paying into the system. Just look into Firth Park/Page Hall Sheffield.\r\n\r\nFact, their is more money wasted in benefit handouts than saving on bedroom tax in the PageHall/FirthPark area of Sheffield.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2013-09-11T07:37:02.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:23.003Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2013-09-13T09:19:25.000Z","closed_at":"2014-09-13T09:19:25.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-09-11T07:37:02.000Z","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":54901,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/54901.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":"Veterans Day","background":null,"additional_details":"The American's celebrate their servicemen and women - not just as in armistice day, but as a way of their culture.\r\n\r\nI suggest we celebrate them too, not in the American way, but as only Brits do best. We'll applaud them, sure. But we'll also support them. Armed forces day fails to go far enough.\r\n\r\nAs it stands, it is seen a a drumming call to recruit people. My suggestion is to celebrate those currently within the Forces, to applaud their bravery, to support their families. We the public respect our Forces, we support them, yet they need a day of their own, whereby the nation, no, the United Kingdom gets behind them.\r\n\r\n","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2013-09-14T21:39:17.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:23.466Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2013-09-20T11:05:53.000Z","closed_at":"2014-09-20T11:05:53.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-09-14T21:39:17.000Z","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":55033,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/55033.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":"Police Statements - Let the courts decide","background":null,"additional_details":"After issuing a statement to police persons can choose to withdraw them (particularly in relation to domestic violence).\r\n\r\nWhen police take a statement they write down what is told to them, ask the person to review it and sign the statement to state it is correct.\r\n\r\nDV victims frequently call up after the incident and ask to \"drop charges\" and withdraw the statement to undermine the CPS's case. It's is done by a withdrawal statement. This process wastes the police and courts time and allows the offender to be released. The majority of these instances the offender will reoffend against the same victim and a similar pattern will follow thus stopping the police from positively acting.\r\n\r\nThis proposal aims to stop that process. If a victim wishes to change their story they can do so in front if a judge at the trial and provide a legal reason why it should not be used. Most victims have been subject to years of abuse and are often controlled by offender.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2013-09-18T20:57:38.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:23.895Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2013-09-20T11:21:06.000Z","closed_at":"2014-09-20T11:21:06.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-09-18T20:57:38.000Z","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":55082,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/55082.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 the size of the merchant navy","background":null,"additional_details":"Our merchant navy was the worlds largest in history, we dominated trade, and now their size is a disgrace, we need a bigger merchant navy because 95% of our trade is over seas, please sign thank you","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2013-09-20T10:15:38.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:24.050Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2013-09-23T09:07:40.000Z","closed_at":"2014-09-23T09:07:40.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-09-20T10:15:38.000Z","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":55238,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/55238.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":"All jars, bottles and the like to have easily removable labels, thus allowing them to be readily recycled by home brewers, bakers and chutney makers!","background":null,"additional_details":"We would like the government to encourage or enforce manufacturers and producers to ensure all labels on bottles, jars and the like are made of readily recyclable materials and do not leave non-removable adhesives on the surface. This will then allow the greatly increasing numbers of people who homebrew, make jams, chutneys etc. to readily re-use these containers. This will greatly assist in reducing waste and encourage the re-use and recycling of materials, thus reducing costs of landfill etc. It will positively impact in a number of key areas by reducing waste and be greatly welcomed by countless households","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2013-09-25T17:06:37.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:24.551Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2013-09-30T10:12:13.000Z","closed_at":"2014-03-30T10:12:13.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-09-25T17:06:37.000Z","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":55397,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/55397.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 Benefits System with Real Benefits","background":null,"additional_details":"I want the government to consider adapting the benefits system by giving job seekers real choice. Choice can be created by allowing people to do a 'community activity' (CA) in return for support\r\n\r\nAssuming a person's JSA entitlement is £100 p/w, a top-level outline is as follows:\r\nMonths 1-2: 15 h/wk job searching (JS) for support\r\n\r\nThereafter, give people 3 options:\r\n1 – 7.5 h/wk JS and 7.5 h/wk CA for £100 p/w\r\n2 – 15 h/wk CA for £100 p/w (more suitable when high unemployment)\r\n3 – 12 h/wk JS for £75 p/w (ensures CAs are not imposed)\r\n\r\nAllow a wide variety of activities to be considered as a CA. Have a decentralised scheme with much scope for people to find suitable CA's. Evidence of completion must be given\r\n\r\nPositives\r\nThose doing CAs will increase self-confidence, develop skills and network in the community, thus improving their job prospects\r\n\r\nTaxpayers will receive better value for money, directly benefiting from CAs in their community\r\n\r\njwilkinson1977.wordpress.com","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2013-09-30T17:11:20.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:25.150Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2013-10-01T09:23:29.000Z","closed_at":"2014-10-01T09:23:29.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-09-30T17:11:20.000Z","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":55475,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/55475.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":"Move The BBC Radio Four program  Woman's Hour to the World Service","background":null,"additional_details":"Woman's Hour  has shown that womanpower can smash glass ceilings, shift supermarket porn and change the face of currency. Now females outstrip males academically, power ahead in the workplace, in sport and the arts and rule the roost in most homes. So, battle won the zealous BBC production team must be seconded  to carry the fight beyond via the World Service. Their crusader zeal will be warmly welcomed  in Africa and the Muslim world, burkas will be tossed, or not, as the mood takes and males with insurgency issues may well be constrained by emancipated spouses, especially polygamous ones, thus adding a security imperative. ","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2013-10-03T01:19:07.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:25.407Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2013-10-03T09:31:08.000Z","closed_at":"2014-10-03T09:31:08.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-10-03T01:19:07.000Z","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":55514,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/55514.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":"Urge release of blasphemy victims","background":null,"additional_details":"Pakistan, among many developing Commonwealth nations, was made independent to follow The Spirit of the Law. Yet, using the same laws created by The British for preventing blasphemy against G-d, these governments support minority victimization through concocting breach of holiness against sons of men.\r\n\r\nZaffar Bhatti, Chairman Jesus World Mission, is among the many Christian, Ahmadi, and other minority members who became victim of the law. Rimsha Masih was the only blasphemy victim officially released in Pakistan. Whereas, the accusing clerics, the militant Talaban and the terrorists are being released regularly for lack of evidence.\r\n\r\nWe appreciate European Union stance on moratorium in Pakistan to prevent death sentence on blasphemy victims. Please do not support the world to destroy itself with plots against heaven. Do Not Support Blasphemy Victimization. Urge Release of Zaffar Bhatti and other blasphemy victims in Pakistan.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2013-10-04T12:15:37.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:25.538Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2013-10-08T09:46:04.000Z","closed_at":"2014-10-08T09:46:04.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-10-04T12:15:37.000Z","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":55564,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/55564.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":"Suspend funding to Malawi Government","background":null,"additional_details":"Experts have confirmed that over 50% of the budget in Malawi is lost through corrupt and fraudulent practices.  The United Kingdom is one of the major donors to the country.\r\n\r\nWe are calling upon you to temporarily suspend aid until:\r\n\r\na. the Malawi President suspends all officials from affected ministries allow for smooth investigations\r\n\r\nb. the President and cabinet declare their assets immediately\r\n\r\nc.  allow a comprehensive forensic audit to be carried out by an independent international institution\r\n\r\n\r\n","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2013-10-06T01:13:54.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:25.675Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2013-10-14T10:10:50.000Z","closed_at":"2014-01-14T11:10:50.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-10-06T01:13:54.000Z","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":55661,"links":{"self":"https://preview.epetitions.website/archived/petitions/55661.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":"Prove that people are better off on benefits","background":null,"additional_details":"Time and again, I have read Iain Duncan Smith claiming that benefits recipients are better off financially than those who are lucky enough to be the one in thirty. On this basis, I want to petition the entire Cabinet, including the Prime Minister and his deputy, to become unemployed and live on nothing but 'handouts'. By the way, MP's expenses do not count for this exercise, the Cabinet must learn to survive on the pittance they've condemned others to live on, no more and no less.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":3,"created_at":"2013-10-09T03:10:03.000Z","updated_at":"2020-02-16T19:29:25.981Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2013-10-11T07:57:22.000Z","closed_at":"2014-10-11T07:57:22.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-10-09T03:10:03.000Z","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":[]}}]}