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Change legislation allowing the electorate to demand an early general election.
Closed
32 signatures
What the petition asks
We live in a democracy and it should be the case that when the electorate are no longer happy that the Government represent the views and feelings of the electorate, they can demand and cause an early general election to take place.
I propose that if 40% of those who voted in the previous general election demand that an early general election be called, then it should take place within a reasonable amount of time.
At present the public sector is being attacked with pay and pension cuts for staff (up to 30% for Doctors) and cuts to the provision of services (Police and NHS are at breaking point). Additionally, welfare benefits for the most vulnerable in society are also being cut.
This act would allow the public a voice.
At present the public sector is being attacked with pay and pension cuts for staff (up to 30% for Doctors) and cuts to the provision of services (Police and NHS are at breaking point). Additionally, welfare benefits for the most vulnerable in society are also being cut.
This act would allow the public a voice.
Timeline
| 24 Sep 2015 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 24 Mar 2016 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
32
Status
Closed
Opened
24 Sep 2015
Closed
24 Mar 2016
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.