Petition · Cabinet Office
Only allow a change of prime minister through a general election
Closed
212 signatures
What the petition asks
Pass a law to ensure that if a Prime Minister leaves office a new general election is held.
I think otherwise Prime Ministers don't have a voters' mandate and may not follow the manifesto. To ensure the will of the people is followed in a democratic fashion.
Timeline
| 29 Aug 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 28 Feb 2026 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
212
Status
Closed
Department
Cabinet Office
Opened
29 Aug 2025
Closed
28 Feb 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 8 Aug 2026.