Petition · Ministry of Justice
Criminalise all coercive or controlling behaviour
Closed
47 signatures
What the petition asks
We feel that coercive control can happen with anyone, especially in the workplace with colleagues. Some cases of coercive controlling behaviour cannot be prosecuted under the law and we think this further harms the victims while endorsing the perpetrators.
Currently, the law only applies to individuals who are "personally connected". This is not just limited to romantic or spousal relationships but it does not currently cover all relationships, such as colleagues or acquaintances.
Timeline
| 12 May 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 12 Nov 2025 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
47
Status
Closed
Department
Ministry of Justice
Opened
12 May 2025
Closed
12 Nov 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 20 Aug 2026.