Allow sixth formers to leave school premises during school hours

Rejected 17 signatures

What the petition asks

Due to COVID-19, sixth form students have been limited as to when and where they are allowed to be during school hours. This appears to not be an appropriate measure as many students will be in contact with the outside world before and after school hours, so transmission rates aren’t affected.

The government only recently announced this change and is a recommendation to schools. It appears to be ineffective so far, as many students will interact with the public anyway.

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 aren't responsible for the issue you raise.

The Government has issued extensive guidance to school about reopening whilst maintaining social distancing, but it does not expressly forbid sixth form students leaving the premises. The Government recommends various measures to reduce contact, including staggered start times, but how these are implemented are a matter for individual schools.

You can read the guidance here:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/actions-for-schools-during-the-coronavirus-outbreak/guidance-for-full-opening-schools#attendance

Timeline

4 Sep 2020	Petition opened for signatures
1 Oct 2020	Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 17

Status Rejected

Rejected 1 Oct 2020

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