We feel it is a double outrage that those who have given their all to this country in taxes and raising children through their lives, have to pay a TV licence fee and are only exempt if they receive means-tested Pension Credit. When Pensions Credit has poverty traps where claimants only have to be one  penny over the means test threshold, and claimants get nothing. Meanwhile, BBC pundits and TV show host draw huge salaries that are funded by the poorest in people in our country.  This is immoral.  And part of an ever widening rich and poor divide in this country. The government have taken away winter fuel payments.  The BBC have been allowed to take away the free TV licence from the over 75's. The State pension is worth a miserly 27 of the national average wage.  Something has to be done to help our 12 million pensioners.  These people are our Grandparents.  

The Lie  AI and police tech don’t predict crime - they predict policing. These technologies are built on existing, flawed, police data. So communities who have historically been over policed are more likely to be identified as at ‘risk’ of future criminal behaviour. This leads to more racist policing and more surveillance, particularly for Black and racialised communities, lower income communities and migrant communities. Instead of making us safer, this tech leads to: • Over-policing • Unjust stop and searches • Harassment, handcuffing and use of force No matter what the police claim, AI-driven policing tools aren’t neutral. They don’t fix police racism - they automate it. The same flawed data operationalises these technologies, which are then used in our neighbourhoods, without transparency or consent. Right now, three-quarters of UK police forces are already using these harmful tools. If we don’t act, police use of these technologies will only reinforce racist policing and punish poverty. Why Act Now? We all want safe communities. But ‘crime predicting’ AI doesn’t prevent crime - it creates fear and undermines our fundamental right to be presumed innocent. It doesn’t have to be like this. The EU has recognised the harms of ‘crime predicting’ AI and has banned the use of AI for predictive policing. We want the UK government to take action and ban crime predicting AI and police tech.  This fight isn’t new. Communities have been resisting police abuse of technology for years - and winning. From the successful campaign to scrap the Met Police’s Gangs Matrix Database to ongoing efforts against automated racial profiling, we’ve seen the power of collective action. But now, it is time for us to take a stand for safety, not surveillance and ban police from using ‘crime predicting’ AI and police tech for good. Act now - sign the petition and make your voice heard! #SafetyNotSurveillance

The Great Oak of Muskham is in Muskham Park, North Muskham, Nottinghamshire, a designated Natural England Priority Habitat Deciduous Woodland. The Great Oak of Muskham is registered in the Woodland Trust's Ancient Tree Register. Its massive canopy covers around one-sixth of the entire canopy of this ancient parkland, which has also been covered by an Area Tree Preservation Order since 1975. We want to avoid this becoming another Whitewebbs Oak of Epping Forest disaster. Oak Trees are vitally important for the health of communities and wildlife and this one contains many bat species, as identified in professional ecological surveys by MCIEEM professionals, as well as our own citizen science detection.

The Open Championship must not give in to the UK government's lobbying and allow Donald Trump to host one of the world's biggest, oldest and respected golf tournaments at any of the golf courses he owns in the UK.  Donald Trump is a divisive individual who is busy breaking the global economy and promoting racist, homophobic, misogynistic, and transphobic messages around the world. He is ignoring national and international law, ruining people's lives, imprisoning people without due process, and bullying Ukraine. He should not be REWARDED by our country. 

Whitehills Primary is a well-established and vital part of our rural community. The proposed changes would increase travel times for young children, disrupt settled friendships, and place unnecessary strain on families. No alternative school has been clearly identified, and no adequate consultation has taken place with affected parents and guardians. We call on Aberdeenshire Council to immediately halt any rezoning plans and commit to a meaningful consultation with the community. Protect rural education. Keep our children at Whitehills Primary School.

Birdham Road is a vital route connecting Chichester to the villages of Birdham, West Wittering, and East Wittering. However, it currently lacks safe infrastructure for cyclists and pedestrians. With the recent and proposed housing developments, the need for improved active travel infrastructure has become critical. Key Developments Increasing Local Traffic and Population: • Gladman Developments has received outline planning permission for up to 150 dwellings on land off Main Road, Birdham, including 30% affordable housing, a community park, and public open space . • Redrow’s Beechwood Manor offers a collection of 3, 4, and 5-bedroom homes in Birdham, contributing to the area’s residential growth . • Bell Lane Development proposes 73 new dwellings, a retail unit, and an employment building, further adding to the local population and traffic . • Whitestone Farm has outline planning consent for residential development on approximately 21.6 acres, indicating more housing on the horizon . These developments will significantly increase the number of residents and vehicles in the area, exacerbating existing traffic congestion and safety concerns on Birdham Road. Benefits of a Dedicated Cycle Lane: • Enhanced Safety: Protect cyclists and pedestrians from vehicular traffic, reducing accidents and fatalities. • Encourage Active Travel: Promote cycling and walking as viable, healthy alternatives to driving. • Reduce Traffic Congestion: Alleviate pressure on roads by providing alternative transportation options. • Environmental Impact: Lower carbon emissions by encouraging non-motorized transport. • Community Connectivity: Improve access to schools, shops, and community facilities for all residents. We urge West Sussex Highways and West Sussex County Council to act now by installing a safe, dedicated cycle lane on Birdham Road. This infrastructure is essential to accommodate the growing population and to promote a safer, healthier, and more sustainable community. Sign this petition to support the installation of a cycle lane on Birdham Road. Let’s make our roads safer for everyone.

Birmingham City Council is in financial meltdown – but instead of fixing its mistakes, it’s trying to balance the books on the backs of bin workers. These are the people who kept the city running when no one else would. And now the council wants to cut their pay by thousands of pounds a year? It's outrageous. The council claims it’s not that bad – but workers on the ground, backed by their union, know the truth. They’re striking because they’ve been pushed to the edge, and they’re not going down quietly. Now, we need to support them – before the damage to our streets, our public health, and our values gets any worse. Sign the petition and demand Birmingham City Council respect its workers and protect essential services.

From tooth decay to type-2 diabetes, excessive sugar is fuelling preventable diseases with a multi-billion-pound price tag to our NHS.  Voluntary action to try and encourage the food industry cut the dose has failed. So, we need mandatory policies that force them to do the right thing. To reformulate their food, to remove misleading claims in their ads and on their packaging, to stop them peddling junk food to infants in the face of government guidance.   The very same strategies that have been applied to tobacco need to be brought to bear on sugar. This isn’t about adding to the cost of living: It’s forcing the hand of Big Food.

Started by Clare Norcott – Parent, Advocate, and Member of The Disability Union My granddaughter Lily is autistic and non-verbal, and I know how hard it is to find support that truly understands our children. That’s why I’m devastated that Hampshire County Council is planning to shut down The Aviary Nursery in Eastleigh – the only nursery in our area with a dedicated SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) hub. The Aviary is more than a nursery. It’s a place where children with complex needs are not just accepted – they are celebrated. It’s where skilled staff provide tailored care, where parents feel seen and supported, and where children like mine have the chance to thrive. If the closure goes ahead, families will be forced to travel as far as Winchester to access equivalent services. That’s miles away – completely unmanageable for many families, especially those already stretched emotionally and financially. We’ve come too far to lose a place like this. Every child deserves access to the right care, close to home. Don’t let our children become casualties of cuts and convenience. Please sign and share this petition. Together, we can save The Aviary.

Brighton and Hove Council have a responsibility to ensure the safety of children along the Brighton seafront. The sea can be an unsuitable environment for children, even in the summer months, and as such, providing a way for children to interact with the water safely is essential.  The Kings Road paddling pools allow children to play with water safely, without needing to enter the sea.  Brighton & Hove Council have taken the decision to close the pool due to repairs needed and a lack of funding. The decision will see the pool closed for the whole of summer 2025. This decision will see more children entering the sea. 

My mum, Wendy, was preyed on by a 24-hour slots venue in the town where I live, Stockport, when she was undergoing cancer treatment. Wendy spent hours each day gambling on the machines, losing many thousands of pounds – everything she had, as well as loans – her only break to go to the ATM. The staff never intervened to stop her. My mum’s story is not unique with hundreds of these slot venues springing up on high streets across the country, devastating families in almost every town and city. Despite containing the most addictive and harmful form of gambling – where you can spin a £2 bet every 2.5 seconds – councils are nearly powerless to refuse their licenses because current laws say that they should “aim to permit” gambling. They are open 24 hours a day – including Christmas day – so people are often drawn in when everything else is closed. People lose their wages, benefits, or pension for the whole week in minutes, leading to poverty, crime, mental health struggles, relationship breakdowns, and suicides. The money does not go back to the community but to international firms profiting from misery. We need to stop these predatory places opening and stop the existing ones being 24hrs. The government must give councils more powers to reject them and we now have a chance to make it happen. In December Angela Rayner presented to parliament the English Devolution white paper which says it will “look to complement local authorities’ existing powers in relation to gambling outlets to refuse or place conditions on premises licences”. I’m calling on the government to bring this into law and stop these venues killing our high streets and our communities.

This is important for the following reasons, and we undersigned ask the government to consider the following areas:  * Recognize that a State Visit would be inappropriate and potentially damaging to the UK's interests, given the following:    * Legal Convictions: Donald Trump's recent conviction on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records undermines the dignity and respect expected of a head of state during a formal State Visit.   * International Relations and Canadian Concerns: The King's role as head of state of Canada, and Donald Trump's antagonistic rhetoric towards Canada, including threats of annexation and trade disputes, create a significant potential for diplomatic friction. A State Visit risks damaging the UK's relationship with a key ally. * Economic Harm: The imposition of US tariffs on British steel and other goods, including the 25% tariff on steel imports and the proposed tariffs on British goods and cars, poses a direct threat to the UK's manufacturing sector and economy, already strained post-Brexit. A State Visit would send a conflicting message about the UK's commitment to protecting its economic interests. * Erosion of Alliances: Donald Trump's demonstrated disregard for established alliances and international norms raises serious concerns about the potential for further instability and economic disruption.    * Respect for the Monarchy: A State Visit should be reserved for leaders who uphold the highest standards of integrity and respect for international relations. Inviting Donald Trump in this capacity risks embarrassing His Majesty the King and diminishing the prestige of the UK. * Personal economic concerns: The current market volatility caused by the above mentioned tarrifs has a direct negative effect on UK citizens personal pension funds. We believe that a State Visit for Donald Trump would be detrimental to the UK's reputation, economy, and international relations. We urge the government to prioritize the national interest and maintain the integrity of our diplomatic protocols.