Petition · past parliament
Change titles to reflect gender equality and inclusivity
Rejected
16 signatures
What the petition asks
Change the titles 'Mr, Miss and Mrs' to 'Mr (Male), Ms (Female) and Mx (Non-binary/undefined)'
It is important that we continue to shift the rules of our society that were built on patriarchal and gender binary beliefs.
A woman's marital status should no longer be advertised in her title, as it reflects a history of female repression and inequality.
A person should also have the option to not be defined by one of two genders and to present themselves, reflective of who they are.
A woman's marital status should no longer be advertised in her title, as it reflects a history of female repression and inequality.
A person should also have the option to not be defined by one of two genders and to present themselves, reflective of who they are.
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. Decisions on which titles people use are a matter for individuals.
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Timeline
| 17 Jun 2021 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 22 Jun 2021 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
16
Status
Rejected
Rejected
22 Jun 2021
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.