Petition · past parliament · Ministry of Justice

Repeal the Human Rights Act and update treason laws

Closed 1,035 signatures

What the petition asks

The Government should take action to ensure that legislation protects the British people and state, by repealing the Human Rights Act and updating legislation on treason. This would enable the Government to take stronger action against dangerous criminals and those who act against the state.

Timeline

1 May 2020 Petition opened for signatures
1 Nov 2020 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 1,035
Status Closed
Department Ministry of Justice
Opened 1 May 2020
Closed 1 Nov 2020

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