Petitions

The public can petition the Senedd. Under the Senedd's rules, a petition with more than 250 signatures is considered by the Petitions Committee, and one with more than 10,000 signatures is considered for a debate in the Senedd.

108 petitions are open. 42 of them have more than 250 signatures and 6 have more than 10,000.

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These petitions were not taken forward. Each one shows the reason the Senedd recorded.

86 petitions

Bars show progress towards 10,000 signatures, when a petition is considered for a debate.

Launch a National Inquiry into Maternity Services in Wales
Rejected 15 Jul 2026
Reason: You can find details of the recently concluded review of maternity and neo-natal services here - https://www.gov.wales/national-assurance-assessment-maternity-and-neonatal-services-wales
11 signatures
That the Senedd formally declares that Cymru does not recognise the title “Prince of Wales”.
Rejected 8 Jul 2026
Reason: The Government of Wales Act 2006 establishes the extent of the Senedd’s power to make new laws and amend existing law (also known as legislative competence). Schedules 7A and 7B of the 2006 Act set out the issues which are ‘restricted’ or ‘reserved’ - i.e. areas where the UK Parliament, not the Senedd, can legislate. 'The Crown' is a reserved matter. As a result, it is not possible for the Senedd to take the action called for by your petition. Further information about the powers and responsibilities of the Senedd can be found here: https://senedd.wales/how-we-work/our-role/powers/
11 signatures
Stop turning ynys cybi into a holiday resort.
Rejected 7 Jul 2026
Reason: Decisions about whether to approve or reject planning applications are made by planning authorities. Petitions to the Senedd cannot seek to intervene in the operational decisions or actions of any relevant authority responsible for determining applications for planning permission or infrastructure consent in Wales, or to seek to challenge or reverse such determination. We are not able to accept a petition on this issue – it should be pursued through the relevant planning authority procedure. You could consider contacting Isle of Anglesey Council or your local representatives about this matter instead.
11 signatures
Restore the water supply to Thompson’s Park lake immediately.
Rejected 14 Jul 2026
Reason: Petitions to the Senedd cannot concern an issue that is the operational responsibility of a local authority and, therefore, we are not able to accept a petition on this issue. Petitions which ask the Senedd to intervene in the operational decisions or actions of local authorities are not admissible. You could consider contacting Cardiff Council or your local representatives about this matter instead.
10 signatures
Prosecute dog owners if a dog if taken to a vet for heat stroke and burns on their feet
Rejected 25 Jun 2026
Reason: The decision to prosecute criminal offences is a matter for the Crown Prosecution Service. Criminal proceedings, including the prosecution of offences, is reserved under paragraph 8(1)(c) of Schedule 7A to GoWA. The owner of a dog with heatstroke and/or burned paws may be liable to prosecution under existing animal welfare laws (see for example section 4 of the Animal Welfare Act 2006 which prohibits unnecessary suffering to animals).
10 signatures
Change the time for the last 76 bus in bridgend to 5 minutes later.
Rejected 8 Sept 2026
Reason: Bus timetables are the responsibility of the bus operator and are not the responsibility of the Welsh Government.
9 signatures
To intervene in the WRU's proposals to reduce the number of professional rugby regions in Wales
Rejected 3 Aug 2026
Reason: In accordance with the rules on admissibility petitions may be submitted on any issue that is the responsibility of the Senedd or the Welsh Government. The Welsh Rugby Union is an independent organisation and the Welsh Government has no direct role in their decision making. As a result we cannot accept a petition calling on the Welsh Government to intervene in this matter.
8 signatures
Tell the FAW: Restore Saturday as Welsh Football's Main Matchday
Rejected 8 Jul 2026
Reason: This is an operational matter for the FAW.
8 signatures
Provide more support for care leavers or care joiners.
Rejected 3 Jul 2026
Reason: It closed without enough signatures
8 signatures
Require Wales based news outlets to publish clear, accurate headlines and thumbnails.
Rejected 6 Oct 2026
Reason: The Government of Wales Act 2006 establishes the extent of the Senedd’s power to make new laws and amend existing law (also known as legislative competence). Schedules 7A and 7B of the 2006 Act set out the issues which are ‘restricted’ or ‘reserved’ - i.e. areas where the UK Parliament, not the Senedd, can legislate. “Broadcasting and other media” (which includes media / press regulation) is reserved under paragraph 158 of Schedule 7A to the 2006 Act. As a result, it is not possible for the Senedd to take the action called for by your petition. Further information about the powers and responsibilities of the Senedd can be found here: https://senedd.wales/how-we-work/our-role/powers/ You may wish to consider petitioning the UK Parliament about this issue instead: https://petition.parliament.uk/
6 signatures
Remove the first Minster from office
Rejected 17 Sept 2026
Reason: It is about appointments or resignations
6 signatures
Remove the Grade-II listed status from Groves High School in Wrexham, to start new building.
Rejected 19 Oct 2026
Reason: It closed without enough signatures
6 signatures
Explore electric regional air links to improve Welsh connectivity
Rejected 24 Aug 2026
Reason: It closed without enough signatures
6 signatures
Make a city dragon for each big city in wales.
Rejected 14 Oct 2026
Reason: This proposal would be for consideration by local organisations within the towns mentioned in the petition and is not a matter for consideration by the Welsh Government. You may therefore wish to raise this issue with local organisations in Llandudno and Aberystwyth.
5 signatures
Re-evaluate the point scheme for the Driving Theory Exam
Rejected 14 Oct 2026
Reason: The Government of Wales Act 2006 establishes the extent of the Senedd’s power to make new laws and amend existing law (also known as legislative competence). Schedules 7A and 7B of the 2006 Act set out the issues which are ‘restricted’ or ‘reserved’ - i.e. areas where the UK Parliament, not the Senedd, can legislate. ‘Driver licensing’ (which incorporates testing) is expressly reserved under paragraph 106 of Schedule 7A to GoWA. As a result, it is not possible for the Senedd to take the action called for by your petition. Further information about the powers and responsibilities of the Senedd can be found here: https://senedd.wales/how-we-work/our-role/powers/ You may wish to consider petitioning the UK Parliament about this issue instead: https://petition.parliament.uk/
5 signatures
Request for a public bike-hire scheme in Cardiff
Rejected 7 Sept 2026
Reason: Petitions to the Senedd cannot concern an issue that is the operational responsibility of a local authority and, therefore, we are not able to accept a petition on this issue. Petitions which ask the Senedd or Welsh Government to intervene in the operational decisions or actions of local authorities are not admissible. You could consider submitting a petition to Cardiff Council on this issue (https://www.cardiff.gov.uk/petitions) or contacting your local authority representatives about this matter.
5 signatures
Put all emergency alerts in Welsh only and not English
Rejected 18 Aug 2026
Reason: Emergency Alerts is a UK government system that provides warning and advice in a life threatening emergency: https://www.gov.uk/alerts You may wish to consider petitioning the UK Parliament about this issue instead: https://petition.parliament.uk/
5 signatures
Cardiff Bus must halt this policy, reset it, or fully fund a free alternative for excluded users.
Rejected 29 Jul 2026
Reason: We’ll have to reject your petition if it’s about something the Welsh Government or Parliament is not responsible for. That includes something that an independent organisation has done.
5 signatures
Request for a Senedd Debate on Sub‑Surface Protection for Modular Nuclear Reactor Sites
Rejected 26 Jun 2026
Reason: The Government of Wales Act 2006 establishes the extent of the Senedd’s power to make new laws and amend existing law (also known as legislative competence). Schedules 7A and 7B of the 2006 Act set out the issues which are ‘restricted’ or ‘reserved’ - i.e. areas where the UK Parliament, not the Senedd, can legislate. Nuclear energy and National security are the responsibliity of the UK Government. As a result, it is not possible for the Senedd to take the action called for by your petition. Further information about the powers and responsibilities of the Senedd can be found here: https://senedd.wales/how-we-work/our-role/powers/ You may wish to consider petitioning the UK Parliament about this issue instead: https://petition.parliament.uk/
5 signatures
Allow patients to be treated for ADHD under Right to Choose under all NHS Health Boards in Wales
Rejected 23 Jun 2026
Reason: Another petition calling for this is already collecting signatures: https://petitions.senedd.wales/petitions/246845
5 signatures
Hold dwr Cymru accountable James bevan out
Rejected 22 May 2026
Reason: It is about appointments or resignations
5 signatures
Change the Housing (Wales) Act 2014 - Stop housing offenders within established private areas.
Rejected 30 Jul 2026
Reason: It closed without enough signatures
5 signatures
Ensure NRW uses all available enforcement powers to halt unlawful development
Rejected 15 Sept 2026
Reason: This petition on the same issue is currently open for signatures - https://petitions.senedd.wales/petitions/247121. You may wish to consider supporting this petition.
4 signatures
I would like the banning of pavement parking in Wales, with the introduction of statutory fines.
Rejected 9 Sept 2026
Reason: Another petition calling for this is already collecting signatures - https://petitions.senedd.wales/petitions/246846
4 signatures
We the people of Wales want a referendum on Wales being a nation of sanctuary
Rejected 18 Aug 2026
Reason: The Petitions Committee has considered a number of petitions on this issue - the most recent petition was considered for the final time within the last 12 months, in January 2026: https://business.senedd.wales/mgIssueHistoryHome.aspx?IId=47009 The Committee also previously considered the following petition: https://petitions.senedd.wales/petitions/244927
4 signatures
Require mobile phone emergency alerts to be bilingual in Welsh and English simultaneously.
Rejected 18 Aug 2026
Reason: Emergency Alerts is a UK government system that provides warning and advice in a life threatening emergency: https://www.gov.uk/alerts You may wish to consider petitioning the UK Parliament about this issue instead: https://petition.parliament.uk/
4 signatures
Remove the stupid right turn cameras on from Adelaide Street on to James Street.
Rejected 13 Aug 2026
Reason: Petitions to the Senedd cannot concern an issue that is the operational responsibility of a local authority and, therefore, we are not able to accept a petition on this issue. You may wish to consider contacting Cardiff Council or your locally elected representatives about this matter instead.
4 signatures
Regulate veterinary costs and require fair pricing and payment options across Wales.
Rejected 4 Aug 2026
Reason: The Government of Wales Act 2006 establishes the extent of the Senedd’s power to make new laws and amend existing law (also known as legislative competence). Schedules 7A and 7B of the 2006 Act set out the issues which are ‘restricted’ or ‘reserved’ - i.e. areas where the UK Parliament, not the Senedd, can legislate. The regulation of the veterinary profession is reserved. As a result, it is not possible for the Senedd to take the action called for by your petition. Further information about the powers and responsibilities of the Senedd can be found here: https://senedd.wales/how-we-work/our-role/powers/ You may wish to consider petitioning the UK Parliament about this issue instead: https://petition.parliament.uk/ For awareness, in case it is of interest, the Competition and Markets Authority has recently concluded an investigation into the veterinary sector. Price transparency (or the lack thereof) was a major theme of this investigation (https://www.gov.uk/government/news/cma-concludes-market-investigation-with-major-reforms-to-veterinary-sector). This investigation has fed into a UK Government White Paper on wider reforms to the veterinary sector (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/our-vision-for-a-thriving-veterinary-sector/our-vision-for-a-thriving-veterinary-sector#support-for-consumers). This White Paper notes the UK Government's intention to legislate on a new regulatory framework for the veterinary profession.
4 signatures
Hold a referendum on the nation of sanctuary
Rejected 8 Jul 2026
Reason: The Petitions Committee has considered a number of petitions on this issue - the most recent petition was considered for the final time within the last 12 months, in January 2026: https://business.senedd.wales/mgIssueHistoryHome.aspx?IId=47009 The Committee also previously considered the following petition: https://petitions.senedd.wales/petitions/244927
4 signatures
Road humps on Graig y fedw Abertridwr.
Rejected 29 Jun 2026
Reason: Roads, other than trunk roads, are the responsibility of local councils. Petitions to the Senedd cannot concern an issue that is the operational responsibility of a local authority and, therefore, we are not able to accept a petition on this issue. You could consider contacting Caerphilly County Borough Council or your local representatives about this matter instead.
4 signatures