Petition

Allow students toilet access during lessons to support well-being.

Rejected 11 signatures

What the petition asks

I want the Government or Parliament to require schools to allow children to use the toilet when needed during lessons, not just at break and lunch, to support their health, comfort, and ability to focus in class.
I want the Government or Parliament to require schools to allow toilet access during lessons, not just at break or lunch, because holding in urine can harm the bladder, increase the risk of infection, and, in severe cases, lead to bladder rupture. Denying access can cause discomfort, affect concentration, and negatively impact students' health and well-being, making it essential for schools to adopt a more flexible approach.

Why it was rejected

There was already a petition about this issue. Duplicates are rejected so signatures collect in one place.

You may wish to sign the following petition, which calls for similar action:

Require schools to allow children to use the toilet at all times
Require schools to allow children to use the toilet at all times

Timeline

28 Feb 2025 Petition opened for signatures
2 Apr 2025 Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 11
Status Rejected
Rejected 2 Apr 2025

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 23 Aug 2026.