Petition · past parliament
VOTE OF NO CONFIDENCE IN BLYTH COUNCIL AND DEMAND A BY-ELECTION.
Rejected
17 signatures
What the petition asks
DUE TO HIGH BUSINESS RATES, SHOPS CLOSING AND THE ABOMINATION OF A MARKET PLACE WE DEMAND A BY-ELECTION OF THE COUNCIL OF BLYTH NORTHUMBERLAND.
Why it was rejected
It asked for something that is not the responsibility of the UK Government or Parliament.
We can't accept your petition because the UK Government and Parliament aren't responsible for the issues you raise. Business rates and your local market place are the responsibility of your local council.
You could raise your issue with a local councillor, who represents you. You can use this page to find out who your local councillors are, and how to contact them:
https://www.gov.uk/find-your-local-councillor
You could raise your issue with a local councillor, who represents you. You can use this page to find out who your local councillors are, and how to contact them:
https://www.gov.uk/find-your-local-councillor
Timeline
| 9 Jan 2016 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 12 Jan 2016 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
17
Status
Rejected
Rejected
12 Jan 2016
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.