Petition · Home Office
Call for the UK to Withdraw from the 1951 Refugee Convention
Closed
450 signatures
What the petition asks
We, the undersigned, call on the UK Government to withdraw from the 1951 Refugee Convention and its 1967 Protocol. We think the current asylum system is outdated and no longer fits the challenges our country faces today.
We think the increasing numbers of asylum seekers are placing immense pressure on the NHS housing, education, and other vital public services. We think British citizens are struggling to access basic services and affordable housing. We think it is time for the UK to regain full control of its borders and immigration policies to ensure a fair and sustainable future for all.
Timeline
| 25 Apr 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 25 Oct 2025 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
450
Status
Closed
Department
Home Office
Opened
25 Apr 2025
Closed
25 Oct 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 27 Jul 2026.