Petition
Give everyone a day off work or school for their birthday.
Rejected
21 signatures
What the petition asks
People should be able to celebrate their birthday without having to take annual leave. Requesting a guaranteed day off.
A day off would improve wellbeing, morale, and work-life balance. It would also ensure celebrated individuality.
Why it was rejected
There was already a petition about this issue. Duplicates are rejected so signatures collect in one place.
You may wish to sign this petition which calls for a similar action: Provide employment right for all to have a paid day off on their birthday
Timeline
| 17 Sep 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 2 Oct 2025 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
21
Status
Rejected
Rejected
2 Oct 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 27 Jul 2026.