Petition · Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

Retain Public Order Act 1986, The Racial & Religious Hatred Act 2006

Closed 46 signatures

What the petition asks

There have been reports that the United States is asking the UK to repeal parts of its hate speech laws currently protecting individuals, groups & minorities as a condition in any trade deals between the nations. We want the UK government to reject any changes to these laws, as a condition, outright
We want Hate speech laws in their current form to remain in the UK to protect individuals and communities from discrimination, hostility, and violence, while also ensuring the rights of free expression are balanced. These laws aim to prevent the incitement of hatred, violence, and discrimination based on protected characteristics like race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, and disability. We think this deters harmful behaviour and promotes a more inclusive and tolerant society to live in.

Timeline

12 May 2025 Petition opened for signatures
12 Nov 2025 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 46
Status Closed
Department Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
Opened 12 May 2025
Closed 12 Nov 2025

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 20 Aug 2026.