Implement "Asian - Other" as a Mandatory Option in Ethnicity Datasheets

Rejected 21 signatures

What the petition asks

As a Filipino holding a British passport, I've encountered numerous government, academic, and workplace forms requiring me to report my ethnicity. Yet, often, these forms only offer three options for Asian ethnicity. I'm petitioning forms to include "Asian - Other" as a mandatory option.

In a multicultural society like the UK, it's crucial that every individual feels seen and recognized. Given that people of Asian origin make up almost 9.3% of the England and Wales population (according to 2021 Census from the Nat. Statistics office), a more comprehensive list of Asian ethnicities is not just needed, it's long overdue. As a start, we should at least have "Asian- Other" in the category.This is about more than just filling out a form; it's about acknowledging our diverse society.

Why it was rejected

It was not clear what the petition asked the UK Government or Parliament to do.

The Government already provides the option "Any other Asian background" when collecting information about ethnicity. You can read more about this here: https://www.ethnicity-facts-figures.service.gov.uk/style-guide/ethnic-groups/

Timeline

8 Jan 2025	Petition opened for signatures
3 Mar 2025	Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 21

Status Rejected

Rejected 3 Mar 2025

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