Petition · past parliament
To call a General Election with at least one party offering EU Remain.
Rejected
19 signatures
What the petition asks
The referendum has demonstrated that the country is split roughly 50/50 on EU membership.The failure of a strong majority is insufficient to enact such a fundamental change in our relationship with Europe. An election before Article 50 is enacted is required to offer all a a chance for reflection.
Several statements made by leaders of the Exit campaign are now being withdrawn after the referendum result, therfore there is a real risk that a significant proportion of the population has been misled. This undermines democracy and has enormous consequences if acted up too hastily.
A General Election is necessary in order for the public to select between parties that have pro, and against, EU membership as described in their respective manifestos.
A General Election is necessary in order for the public to select between parties that have pro, and against, EU membership as described in their respective manifestos.
Why it was rejected
It asked for something that is not the responsibility of the UK Government or Parliament.
The Government and Parliament aren't responsible for the policies of political parties.
Timeline
| 25 Jun 2016 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 4 Jul 2016 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
19
Status
Rejected
Rejected
4 Jul 2016
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.