Petition · Ministry of Defence

Introduce Mandatory National Service or Training for Youth Offenders.

Open for signatures 89 signatures

What the petition asks

We want the Government to introduce a mandatory program of military-style training or national service for youth offenders. This should focus on instilling discipline, personal responsibility, and respect for the law, providing a structured alternative to the current failing youth justice system.
We want the Government to introduce a mandatory program of military-style training or national service for youth offenders. This should focus on instilling discipline, personal responsibility, and respect for the law, providing a structured alternative to the current failing youth justice system.

Timeline

30 Mar 2026 Petition opened for signatures

Key facts

Signatures 89
Status Open for signatures
Department Ministry of Defence
Opened 30 Mar 2026

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 26 Jul 2026.