Petition · past parliament

Fine media companies for inciting panic regarding 'fuel shortage.

Rejected 10 signatures

What the petition asks

This is not the first time the media is to be blamed for inciting panic amongst the public, we are all aware of how much panic they caused during the covid 19 pandemic in regards to 'food shortages'. They must be held accountable.
To stop media companies getting away with causing panic and distress to the public.

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. The Government and Parliament aren't responsible for the content of media reporting.

Timeline

27 Sep 2021 Petition opened for signatures
28 Sep 2021 Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 10
Status Rejected
Rejected 28 Sep 2021

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