Petition · Cabinet Office
Adopt the Yogyakarta Principles into UK law to ensure LGBTQ+ rights are upheld
Closed
1,352 signatures
What the petition asks
Amend domestic legislation to incorporate the Yogyakarta Principles as binding human rights standards, require government agencies to align policies with sexual orientation and gender identity rights, and allocate resources for training, monitoring, and civil society engagement.
We think the adoption of the Yogyakarta Principles would ensure comprehensive protection against discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity, in line with international human rights obligations. We think it would guide law reform to close legal gaps, promote equality, and prevent violence and stigma. By integrating these principles, we think the Government could uphold dignity, foster social inclusion, and enhance the nation’s reputation as a leader in human rights, benefiting individuals and society at large.
Timeline
| 3 Jun 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 3 Dec 2025 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
1,352
Status
Closed
Department
Cabinet Office
Opened
3 Jun 2025
Closed
3 Dec 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 1 Aug 2026.