Petition · past parliament · Office of the Leader of the House of Commons
Review how to make Parliamentary debates inclusive of communication difference
Closed
1,286 signatures
What the petition asks
We want the parliamentary authorities and Government, working with political parties, to consider how to make Parliamentary debates an inclusive environment for those who communicate differently by changing procedures and modelling behaviours where all members are treated with respect.
We believe the way Parliamentary debates are conducted creates a febrile environment where people who communicate differently fear they’ll get ripped to shreds. We think this is unacceptable.
A parliamentary candidate has withdrawn his candidacy because of the abuse he's received from political colleagues related to his stammer. People face these issues across society.
It needs to change. Parliament can lead that process of change by itself being inclusive and welcoming of people with communication differences.
A parliamentary candidate has withdrawn his candidacy because of the abuse he's received from political colleagues related to his stammer. People face these issues across society.
It needs to change. Parliament can lead that process of change by itself being inclusive and welcoming of people with communication differences.
Timeline
| 20 Mar 2024 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 29 May 2024 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
1,286
Status
Closed
Department
Office of the Leader of the House of Commons
Opened
20 Mar 2024
Closed
29 May 2024
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.