Petition · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Ban the release of balloons and sky lanterns
Closed
620 signatures
What the petition asks
Sky lanterns and balloon releases present hazards to animals. While I am sympathetic to those who have lost a loved one, I believe there are many alternative and longer lasting ways to remember them, e.g. tree planting.
Balloon and lantern releases can have a lasting environmental impact, not only through littering, but some wildlife, livestock, marine life and family pets may mistake them for food, which can lead to death. I believe we collectively have a responsibility to protect our wildlife.
Timeline
| 13 Jun 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 13 Dec 2025 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
620
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Opened
13 Jun 2025
Closed
13 Dec 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 3 Aug 2026.