Petition for Early UK General Election Surpasses 2.5 Million Signatures

Pub landlord Michael Westwood launched the petition, citing frustration with Labour's governance and perceived broken promises since their landslide win in July.

Michael Westwood, a pub landlord in the West Midlands, initiated the petition after expressing dissatisfaction with Labour's leadership and policy decisions.
The petition, hosted on the UK Parliament website, has gained over 2.5 million signatures since its launch on November 20, 2024.
Critics of the Labour government have pointed to issues such as changes to inheritance tax and limits on winter fuel payments as sources of public discontent.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer dismissed the petition, stating that early elections are not part of the UK’s political system, and defended his government's 'tough but fair' decisions.
The petition, which will remain open until May 2025, has sparked widespread debate and will likely be considered for parliamentary discussion.