Petition · Department for Culture, Media and Sport
Require TV channels to provide an opt out of distressing tv adverts
Closed
48 signatures
What the petition asks
We think people should be able to opt out of tv adverts with distressing content as this can cause distress for your everyday viewer.
We think viewers should have the choice to view or opt out of viewing such distressing adverts as it can affect people’s mental health.
Timeline
| 6 Jan 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 6 Jul 2025 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
48
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Culture, Media and Sport
Opened
6 Jan 2025
Closed
6 Jul 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 19 Aug 2026.