Petition · Home Office

Repeal the Investigatory Powers Act

Closed 192 signatures

What the petition asks

The Investigatory Powers Act gives the government additional powers to access encrypted data, which we feel threatens privacy and security. This petition calls for the repeal of this Act, as we believe it undermines individual freedom, risks data security, and could set a dangerous global precedent.
We call on the government and Parliament to respect individuals’ right to privacy by rejecting any powers that compel companies to provide access to encrypted data. We believe encryption is crucial to protect personal information, ensure security, and preserve freedom of speech. We believe compromising encryption weakens digital security, increases risks of data breaches, and sets a dangerous precedent that could undermine privacy rights worldwide. We want to protect these fundamental freedoms.

Timeline

28 Mar 2025 Petition opened for signatures
28 Sep 2025 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 192
Status Closed
Department Home Office
Opened 28 Mar 2025
Closed 28 Sep 2025

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 8 Aug 2026.