Petition
Declare a national emergency on border security to stop small boat crossings
Rejected
15 signatures
What the petition asks
The UK is a small island nation facing threats amid escalating wars and global tensions. Sky News warns the UK is vulnerable to missile & drone attacks. Yet small boat arrivals continue without verified identity, creating serious security risks. Emergency action is needed to secure our borders NOW.
The UK is a small island nation and must be able to control who enters its borders. Ongoing small boat crossings raise concerns about border security and place pressure on public services and border systems. Recent reports have also highlighted wider national security risks. Stronger border control measures are needed to ensure proper identity checks, protect national security, and restore public confidence in the system. Effective border control is essential for public and national safety.
Why it was rejected
It was not clear what the petition asked the UK Government or Parliament to do.
It is not clear what you mean in regards to declaring a national emergency and what sort of impact you would like this to have.
Timeline
| 16 Mar 2026 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 14 Apr 2026 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
15
Status
Rejected
Rejected
14 Apr 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Aug 2026.