Petition · past parliament · Department for Work and Pensions
Review social security benefits paid to polygamous families
Closed
1,106 signatures
What the petition asks
We believe that welfare payments to polygamous families put a disproportionate strain on the taxpayer, and should be reviewed.
Currently it is possible for polygamous families to claim certain benefits in respect of multiple wives, when they reside in the UK. We believe this is open to abuse and must be reviewed.
Timeline
| 23 Sep 2020 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 23 Mar 2021 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
1,106
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Work and Pensions
Opened
23 Sep 2020
Closed
23 Mar 2021
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.