Petition · past parliament
Take in more Syrian refugees.
Rejected
12 signatures
What the petition asks
There is a humanitarian crisis occurring in southern Europe and we cannot ignore it any longer. I believe we are obliged to heed the call of people in extreme need, especially on our doorstep. We have to rise above any small island mentality, and help these desperate people.
Why it was rejected
There was already a petition about this issue. Duplicates are rejected so signatures collect in one place.
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In the name of humanity allow a passage of asylum to Syrian refugees.
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In the name of humanity allow a passage of asylum to Syrian refugees.
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Timeline
| 2 Sep 2015 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 4 Sep 2015 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
12
Status
Rejected
Rejected
4 Sep 2015
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.