Petition · past parliament

Support an innovative Martial Arts Academy for children in London.

Rejected 21 signatures

What the petition asks

Martial Arts a vehicle to teach self-discipline. The project identified potential benefits within the community through participation. The project aimed to highlight the tangible and intangible benefits on an individual level & segmented group.
Benefits to students, self-regulation, self-discipline, improved academic performance, tackling obesity, encouraging courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control and indomitable spirit (Meade TKD 2012). CUIDAR (2004) Stevenson Lee et al (1990) Woodwards (2009).

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 issue you raise. Youth services in your local area are the responsibility of your local council.

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Timeline

16 Jun 2018 Petition opened for signatures
22 Jun 2018 Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 21
Status Rejected
Rejected 22 Jun 2018

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.