Petition · past parliament · Cabinet Office
Mandatory random drug tests every 6 months for all MPs, Lords & Special Advisors
Closed
1,551 signatures
What the petition asks
For a new law to be passed that requires mandatory random drug tests for illegal substances every six months for all MPs, Lords and Special Advisors.
The people who are governing our country should not be taking illegal substances, particularly when they have to make important decisions, which affect millions of people. If politicians are found to not have taken illegal substances it will be useful in dispelling rumours and smears around Westminster politics. In addition, if they test positive they can step down from their duties and receive the help they need.
Timeline
| 6 Sep 2021 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 6 Mar 2022 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
1,551
Status
Closed
Department
Cabinet Office
Opened
6 Sep 2021
Closed
6 Mar 2022
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.