Petition · past parliament

Allow 14-16 years olds in to council gyms/fitness suites with adult supervision

Rejected 21 signatures

What the petition asks

At present children under 16 are not allowed in council gyms/fitness suites. The government are trying to reduce obesity and encourage exercise.

We have 2 teenagers that love exercising. 1 who runs and wants somewhere safe and warm on dark winter nights.
Open gyms/fitness suites to teenagers aged 14-16 to go with an adult.

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. This is a matter for local councils

You could raise your issue with a local councillor who represents you. You can use this page to find out who your local councillors are, and how to contact them:

https://www.gov.uk/find-your-local-councillors

Timeline

30 Aug 2020 Petition opened for signatures
1 Oct 2020 Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 21
Status Rejected
Rejected 1 Oct 2020

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