Petition · past parliament
Put an end to daylight saving time.
Closed
45 signatures
What the petition asks
Studies have shown various disadvantages to DST, including an increased risk of heart attacks, relationship problems, and disruption to sleeping patterns. Daylight saving time only creates confusion. DST has also been shown to cause more energy consumption. The UK should use GMT permanently.
http://www.reuters.com/article/2014/03/29/us-heart-daylightsaving-idUSBREA2S0D420140329
http://www.nber.org/papers/w14429
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=84aWtseb2-4
http://www.nber.org/papers/w14429
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=84aWtseb2-4
Timeline
| 29 Oct 2015 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 29 Apr 2016 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
45
Status
Closed
Opened
29 Oct 2015
Closed
29 Apr 2016
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.