The age of criminal responsibility in England is one the lowest in Europe, and the statistics show that we are in danger of criminalising too many children and young people. The age of criminal responsibility needs to be reviewed in light of the standards set by the UN Convention and these international comparisons. Young children are simply not capable of the sophisticated mental reasoning required to be held fully responsible for criminal actions, and we need to take a far more "welfare based" approach in dealing with young people who commit serious crimes. Furthermore, there is concern among neuroscientists in this field that the age of criminal responsibility in the UK is unreasonably low given the emerging understanding of how slowly the brains of children mature, and the evidence of individual differences suggests that an arbitrary cut-off age may not be justifiable.

President Donald Trump has embarked on an illegal war in Iran and other agressive policies, at home and abroad. Donald Trump has also recently ridiculed our Prime Minister and the British armed forces. Our King is Commander-in-Chief of the UK military and should not at the current time engage with a state visit to the US president, as this will embolden Donald Trump and be seen as endorsement of the President’s reckless and hateful statements and actions.

The US President is criticising the Uk for not joining an illegal war. If our King visits, in my opinion it says carry on we approve 

Three and a half years ago we started in a very small way. There were only a few of us, walking the streets with hot drinks and a few pot noodles, trying to help people who were sleeping rough. At the time we didn’t have much to give, but we shared what we had  a warm drink, a conversation, and when possible a sleeping bag or tent to help someone get through the night. From those small beginnings things slowly began to grow. More people became aware of what we were doing and started supporting us in different ways. Over the last eight months especially, the level of need we are seeing has increased dramatically, and so has the work we are doing to try and meet it. Today we support not only rough sleepers on the streets, but also individuals who have been placed in hotels or emergency accommodation. We provide hot food, drinks, tents, sleeping bags, and basic supplies to help people stay warm and safe. We also try to guide people toward services, safe locations, and support that may help them move forward. However, alongside this growing need, we are increasingly seeing something very concerning. Videos and photos of vulnerable people and the locations where they sleep are being posted on social media without their knowledge or consent. In many cases this appears to be done simply to gain views, followers, or financial gain. For people who are already extremely vulnerable, this can put them at serious risk. Broadcasting locations or personal situations can expose them to exploitation, violence, or harassment. These are human beings who deserve dignity, privacy, and safety  not to be turned into content. Our aim has always been to support people, protect their wellbeing, and treat them with respect. Raising awareness is important, but it should never come at the cost of someone’s safety.

People in the UK are being LIED TO and GASLIGHTED by OVERSEAS BILLIONAIRES who own several of our "most read UK newspapers".  These BILLIONAIRES ARE DELIBERATELY LYING TO & GASLIGHTING their UK readers because they want to drum up support/votes for a "specific political party".  They do this because that "specific political party" will GREATLY FINANCIALLY BENEFIT THESE OVERSEAS BILLIONAIRES, if they get into power.   OVERSEAS BILLIONAIRES should NOT  BE ALLOWED to own UK NEWSPAPERS because they are using them to PROMOTE THEIR OWN POLITICAL INTERESTS. This means that these particular newspapers are NOT NEWSPAPERS AT ALL! THEY'RE OVERSEAS BILLIONAIRE OWNED "PROPAGANDA MACHINES", that seek to stir up HATE & DIVISION in the UK for their OWN PERSONAL & POLITICAL GAIN!  Because these BILLIONAIRES live overseas, they're NOT AFFECTED by the RESULTS of the HATRED & DIVISION they stoke.  THEIR LIES have caused civil unrest and RIOTING in the UK but as they live overseas, they simply DON'T CARE about the trouble they're causing for us! The UK has been DECEIVED & GASLIGHTED long enough by these NON UK OWNED NEWSPAPERS & it's high time the UK GOVERNMENT introduces LEGISLATION TO PREVENT OVERSEAS BILLIONAIRES FROM OWNING OUR UK NEWSPAPERS. 

Every spring, resident geese return to nest and raise their goslings at Middlewood Locks. For many people who live here, watching the goslings grow up on the canal is one of the most special parts of living in this neighbourhood. Last year’s Middlewood Lockfest was a great event and it was lovely to see the community come together. However, what happened to the wildlife during and directly after the festival was extremely distressing to witness. During the event, many of the geese moved away from the main lock due to the noise, crowds and activity around the canal. Boat movements through the lock caused the water level to drop repeatedly, and it did not return to normal as quickly as it should have. This left some goslings trapped in the water without a way to climb out. By late Sunday evening the situation had become so concerning that two fire engines attended after residents raised the alarm. A number of us were outside trying to find a way to help the goslings, but sadly several of them did not survive. Many residents already take steps each year to help the geese and their goslings survive. People regularly keep an eye on the nests, help ensure there are safe routes in and out of the water, and try to minimise disturbance around the lock during nesting season so the goslings have the best possible chance of survival. Seeing so many of those efforts undone over the course of one weekend was extremely upsetting for residents who care deeply about the wildlife that lives here. This petition is not about stopping Lockfest. It’s about moving it to a better time of year. Holding the event in late summer or early autumn would avoid nesting season entirely, protecting the wildlife that lives on the canal while still allowing the event to take place. It would likely improve the event itself as well, allowing evening activities such as the light show to begin earlier once it is dark, and enabling vendors to stay open rather than closing hours before the finale, meaning lots of people went home before the finish.  Middlewood Locks is a special place partly because of the wildlife we share it with. We simply want to ensure the event can continue without another situation like last year.

Their work campaigning against the pollution of Britain's waterways deserves recognition

C and her family have lived in her Hackney flat for 20 years. It's where they put down roots, where they grew up, and where they built their community. Now, Hackney Council wants to tear that apart, over a technicality. For five years, C and her family have been fighting to stay in their home. During that time, the Council has failed to appear in court multiple times, refused to engage with evidence about the safeguarding needs of their autistic child, and ignored their pleas to remain close to their community. This matters because stability isn't a luxury, especially for families with autistic children, for whom familiar environments and support networks can be essential to their wellbeing. Hackney Council's disregard for this is not just a legal failing; it's a human one. This case also sets a precedent. If a council can pursue a long-term tenant for years over a technicality, missing court dates, ignoring safeguarding concerns, and dismissing community ties - then no renter in Hackney is truly secure. Community solidarity already stopped one eviction. Together, we can show Hackney Council that they cannot act this way without accountability.

NHS dentistry is in a state of total collapse. In Whitefield and across the country, it has become virtually impossible to find a dentist taking on new NHS patients. This "dental desert" leaves thousands of residents—including children under 18—without any access to essential healthcare. Forcing families to choose between paying for expensive private treatment or suffering in pain is a betrayal of the NHS's founding principles. Without regular check-ups, our children are at risk of preventable tooth decay, infections, and long-term health complications that will eventually put even more pressure on our A&E departments. We, the undersigned, call on the Government and the local Integrated Care Board (ICB) to: 1. Guarantee immediate NHS dental access for all children under the age of 18 in the Bury area. 2. Reform the NHS Dental Contract to make it viable for local practices to take on new NHS patients. 3. Provide emergency funding to local clinics to clear the backlog of residents currently living without a dentist. Dental care is not a luxury; it is a human right. Save our NHS dentists.

The traffic at all times of day constantly comes to a standstill, people jump the lights or take dangerous cuttings to get through the backed up flow. Changing the traffic light sequence will speed up flow dramatically and be much safer.

Other people should join my campaign as teaching younger people about politics reduces apathy and would increase real participation. Without this education, younger people may be inclined to follow footsteps of friends or family, and not have an opinion of their own.

Current verification platforms, such as Yoti, have alternative methods, but places like Discord are not using them. They seem to rely on government IDs or face scans. The face scans are very precise and for a totally blind person who might want to do this independently, it's impossible. I, myself, have tried several times. However, platforms such as Steam or Microsoft provide other methods that don't require a face scan. Such as entering a credit card number. This has worked first time for me.