Petition · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Make it illegal for drivers to idle engines outside schools.
Open for signatures
261 signatures
What the petition asks
We call on the UK Government to make it illegal for drivers to keep car engines running while stationary outside schools, and to introduce penalties or mandatory environmental awareness courses for those who do.
Children are especially vulnerable to air pollution because their lungs are still developing, and many schools are near busy roads. Even one minute of engine idling releases unnecessary pollution, increasing the risk of asthma and breathing problems and contributing to climate change. Banning idling outside schools, with fines or environmental awareness courses, would reduce emissions and help keep children healthy and safe.
Timeline
| 19 May 2026 | Petition opened for signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
261
Status
Open for signatures
Department
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Opened
19 May 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 26 Jul 2026.