It’s not every day that a petition is accepted and published by the UK Parliament.
Each year, thousands of petitions are submitted, but only a portion are approved to go live on the official Parliament website. Of those that are published, the vast majority attract only a few hundred signatures and never gain wider attention.
That’s why early momentum matters. But let’s keep it going 💪🙏❤️
Just two days after launch, this petition is already approaching — and on track to surpass — 1,000 signatures. That’s a strong start, and a clear sign that this issue resonates with people.
What This Petition Is About
This petition calls for the introduction of independent auditing of police complaints in England and Wales.
At present, around 85–90% of complaints are handled internally by the police forces they are made against, with only a small proportion reaching independent oversight.
This raises serious concerns about:
- Transparency
- Accountability
- Public confidence
When complaints are effectively investigated within the same organisation, it undermines trust in the system and leaves many feeling their concerns have not been properly heard.
Why This Matters
This is not about criticising individuals — it’s about strengthening the system.
Independent auditing would:
- Ensure greater consistency in how complaints are handled
- Provide an additional layer of scrutiny
- Help rebuild public trust
For those who have experienced the complaints process, the need for improvement is clear.
Why Your Support Is Important
Petitions like this rely on public support to be taken seriously.
- At 10,000 signatures, the Government must respond
- At 100,000 signatures, the petition can be considered for debate in Parliament
Reaching those milestones starts with early momentum — and that’s where you come in.
Take 30 Seconds to Make a Difference
If you believe complaints should be handled fairly and independently, please take a moment to sign and share the petition.
👉 https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/761251
Every signature helps. Every share matters. Thank you for signing and sharing ❤️🙏💪🚓🚨