Petition · past parliament · Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
Ban British Citizens from Joining Any Foreign Military
Closed
393 signatures
What the petition asks
Ban British citizens from joining any foreign military and criminalise such enlistment. The UK lacks control over overseas military conduct. We believe this measure would help safeguard national interests, ensure accountability, and uphold ethical standards.
We advocate for citizens engaging in military service exclusively for the UK. Recent reports highlight instances of British citizens serving in the IDF. We believe this emphasises the need for careful consideration to avoid any complicity in what many see as human rights issues. We consider it essential for our government to address concerns about radicalisation, ensuring the safeguarding of citizens while upholding ethical standards.
Timeline
| 21 Dec 2023 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 29 May 2024 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
393
Status
Closed
Department
Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
Opened
21 Dec 2023
Closed
29 May 2024
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.