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Closure of my local Telford hospital A& E, children's Telford wards and move it miles awayThe government have been trying to move the services for a long time and the council are having a hard time to stop it we need to stop it now before Telford hospital goes off the map.41 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Chris Poole
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To Maintain UK Food Standards Post EUThe quality of the food we eat is fundamental to our health and wellbeing. This is neither a pro or anti-Brexit petition but one that focuses on our fundamental right to eat food that does not increase risk of harm either in the short or long term, to know what we are eating through full disclosure labeling and to have full choice in the consumers' hands. It is also vital that the US Ambassador understands that we as a country will not tolerate US imposition of US standards decided by the US food industry rather than by those who eat it.30 of 100 SignaturesCreated by James Hope
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Nhs walk inTo free up a&e for emergencys3 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Kimberley Warren
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No access for DWP to patient recordsBecause we are supposed to be able to speak to medical experts in complete confidence and this would undermine our basic rights11 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Mel Fisher
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Make re-usable sanitary products available to women for freeI often think about how much waste sanitary products must create throughout the world...Imagine how much single use plastic and other waste is created every day from sanitary products worldwide. Over my years many women have expressed to me their anger at having to pay for sanitary products each month when menstruation isn't something they can control.. Throughout their lifetime I'm sure they would have spent a considerable amount of money on such products. I have been using a reusable product for years now and it certainly makes me feel more positive about the whole experience each month. I'd like to combine my feeling about both of these concerns and open the question about a government funded scheme whereby reuseable sanitary products are available free of charge.. Reuseable sanitary products are available in the form of silicone cups available form companies such as; organicup, moon cup, enna cycle and flaverta (and many more). There is also reusable sanitary cloths.. I think it would encourage women to engage more with their monthly cycle/body but also with the rising concern for waste management. Both products last for years and can simply be washed rather than having to be incinerated, dumped in landfill or accidentally find its way into the ocean/water works.24 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Sarah Orchard
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Smear tests once sexually activeMany women find out they have abnormal cells when it could be too late. Allow women to have a smear test before they are 25!!!!22 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Toni Harding
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Subsidize new lenses in children's existing glassesI have two children, both of whom wear glasses. My younger child's eye sight hasn't stabilised yet and he needs a new prescription pretty much every 6 months. We have to choose a new pair of frames every 6 months, because it actually costs a lot more to have new lenses put into an old pair of frames than it does to buy a new set. It seems complete sets of frames and lenses are subsidized, but simply changing the lenses in an existing frame is not. I am very grateful we parents get free eye tests on the NHS for our kids and that we also get reduced prices on the frames and lenses. However, I do think it is wrong that I can get a pair of frames with lenses for free on the NHS, where as if I want to keep an existing frame, I have to pay in the region of £35 per lens. This crates a huge amount of waste (we have around 15 pairs of old specs at home), wastes resources and the NHS is throwing away money when it can't afford to do so. I expect the NHS is tied in to some deal with the frames manufacturers which dictates that they cannot subsidize new lenses for existing frames. but it creates so much unnecessary waste and expense, so this needs to be changed! Let's encourage parents to reuse their children's frames and reduce the amount of waste we all create, but let it not cost more than the price of a new pair of frames with lenses.11 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Nadia Stopnicer
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X - Ray facilities in HelstonTo prevent the elderly and vulnerable having to travel long distances to large Hospitals more suited to major Trauma, with small injuries such as finger dislocations (which still need an X-ray to diagnose). This would free up staff to treat life threatening, major cases, and prevent patients waiting, often in severe pain,for hours in A&E. for with minor injuries. I tripped over in the road in Helston and could see my thumb was at a strange angle. My son drove me straight to Helston Hospital Minor Injuries Unit. I was in a lot of pain but they just said go to Truro A&E. This was at 2.30. and I finally had the dislocation set at 10 that night. No pain killers offered, or blood wiped away - I was a 'Minor Injury' and frankly, clogging up the very busy department. The old lady next to me had fallen on her face and she too, sat with me the same length of time, covered in blood. We should have been treated at a Minor Injuries Unit near where we live, it makes sense, surely ? If my son hadn't been there it would have been an ambulance and then left stranded in Truro with no way of getting home, late at night, which I also have experienced.4 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Kathy Brown
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Officially change Henman Hill to Murray MoundThe majority of sporting venues throughout the world recognise their greatest champions. I know Wimbledon is different in that it sticks with tradition and would never rename the courts. I however believe this would be a way showing support and appreciation for what Andy has brought to British tennis over the past decade or so.34 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Patrick Renwick
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Disabled Parking at Hospitals in EnglandEngland is the only part of the UK where hospitals routinely charge patients and visitors for parking at all. Guidance by the Department of Health & Social Care is that concessions should be available for disabled people.* Free parking should be allowed for disabled people because they: > Are commonly forced to visit hospital more frequently, precisely because of their disabilities > Generally have much lower incomes, often less than half the national average > Are much more likely to live in poverty** > Often have to meet extra costs directly caused by their disabilities * https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nhs-patient-visitor-and-staff-car-parking-principles/nhs-patient-visitor-and-staff-car-parking-principles#fn:2 ** https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/disability-facts-and-figures/disability-facts-and-figures#living-standards40 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Roger C
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poisonous plastic perilNon biodegradable plastics and packaging are poisoning the seas, killing animals and entering the food chain on which we depend. We are a part of this wonderful world; not apart from it. But time is ticking. The old, outdated materials do break down. And then join the soil along with the leaves and other organic matter. Petrochemical plastic is a silent assasin which we have unleashed upon our dearest friend. There is simply no other choice but to phase it out fast. We have all seen the news. Isn't it a pity and isn't it a shame that we can't watch the Blue Planet without so many horror stories at the end of every episode. This maybe the most chilling tale so far. Anyone who watches the world closely will have noticed this menace creeping its way into the ecosystem and choking its innocent inhabitants. What we cannot see is that is also seeping into the very lifeblood of this planet and becoming a part of us and our children...2 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Ben Stork
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Divest Parliament from Fossil FuelsThere is currently a campaign asking MPs to pledge to support the divestment of Parliament from fossil fuels.This has already happened in the Irish Parliament and has had a massive effect in changing public opinion and making them aware of the devastating effect that the fossil fuel industry has on the environment. If only 20% of the proven fossil fuel reserves are burned, we will not be able to keep within the UN's target of 1.5 degree temperature rise, and any more than this will cause catastrophic and irreversible climate change. This makes the drive towards fracking utterly non-sensical, as fracking is part of the problem and not part of the solution. Divestment from fossil fuels is an essential component of limiting climate change, because we cannot afford to be investing in such a damaging industry. Just 100 companies, many of which are fossil fuel companies, contribute 71% of carbon emissions worldwide. I am asking you please to sign the parliamentary pledge at the earliest opportunity. It will send an important message to other MPs if you do so. If you are not prepared to sign it, I would like to know the reasons why you do not share the view that this is an essential step in the process towards limiting climate change.18 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Honey Smith
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