Petition · past parliament · Department for Education

Continue to fund the LGBT anti-bullying scheme in schools.

Closed 516 signatures

What the petition asks

It was announced on 19th November 2020 that the government is axing the £4mil a year anti-bullying of LGBT young people scheme. This scheme seems vital and value for money at a fraction of the national budget. We call for it to be retained.
LGBT young people are much more likely to suffer from mental illness and low self worth than their peers. Many face bullying and exclusion because of who they are. We just continue to educate our children and young people about the need to accept and celebrate people of all sexual and gender identities. It is an investment in our national future.

Timeline

26 Nov 2020 Petition opened for signatures
26 May 2021 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 516
Status Closed
Department Department for Education
Opened 26 Nov 2020
Closed 26 May 2021

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