Petition · past parliament
Ban the sale and use of sky (Chinese) lanterns permanently
Rejected
15 signatures
What the petition asks
These lanterns are a menace and need to be stopped. They cause destruction and misery to farmers, homeowners and animals. There have been many instances where buildings have burnt down and animals and people have been seriously injured and maimed due to their use.
Why it was rejected
There was already a petition about this issue. Duplicates are rejected so signatures collect in one place.
You may wish to sign this petition calling for the same action: For the sake of wildlife & forests ban the release of balloons and sky lanterns.
Timeline
| 16 Apr 2020 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 18 May 2020 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
15
Status
Rejected
Rejected
18 May 2020
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.