Make it a legal requirement for public event venues to use subtitles/captions

Closed 684 signatures

What the petition asks

Make it a legal requirement for public entertainment services, e.g sports stadiums, concerts & shows, etc. to use subtitles, increasing the inclusivity of the entertainment sector. Whether this be on a big screen or a handheld device that can be requested by individuals who may require it.

As a hard of hearing individual who frequently attends football games and music events, I find it extremely disappointing that there are not always adjustments made for those who are deaf/hard of hearing. Introducing this legal requirement could open up opportunities for deaf people massively and help inclusivity within entertainment. The constant struggles of not knowing what is being said, what song is being played or what is going on could be easily resolved by the introduction of subtitles.

Timeline

5 Nov 2025	Petition opened for signatures
5 May 2026	Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 684

Status Closed

Department Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Opened 5 Nov 2025

Closed 5 May 2026

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