Petition · past parliament · Department for Education
Recognise Makaton as a language in law
Closed
764 signatures
What the petition asks
Makaton uses signs from BSL, which is recognised as a language in law, however, Makaton is not.
There are around 1 million users of Makaton in the UK, but we believe their ability to communicate with others, including professionals, in their day-to-day life is limited because it is not currently recognised as a language in law.
If Makaton was to be recognised as a language in law it we believe this would help make it more accessible for all who rely on it for their communication.
If Makaton was to be recognised as a language in law it we believe this would help make it more accessible for all who rely on it for their communication.
Timeline
| 24 Jan 2024 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 29 May 2024 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
764
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Education
Opened
24 Jan 2024
Closed
29 May 2024
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.