Submitted on Friday 20th October 2023
Rejected on Friday 27th October 2023
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: already-happening (see below for details)
Change the legal working age to 15 years old instead of 16.
Lowering the minimum working age in the UK to 15 is a topic that warrants careful consideration. Advocates of this change argue that it could bring several benefits, while opponents express concerns about its potential drawbacks.
First and foremost, reducing the minimum working age to 15 can significantly contribute to the development and future prospects of our youth. By allowing 15-year-olds to gain employment experience, we empower them with valuable skills and knowledge that can complement their formal education. This early exposure to the workforce can foster a sense of responsibility, improve time management, enhance problem-solving abilities, and boost communication skills.
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The Government e-Petitions Team gave the following reason:
From the age of 13 children can work part-time. You can find out about the rules relating to child employment here: www.gov.uk/child-employment
We could accept a petition calling for changes to the rules on child employment, or changes to the school leaving age, if you want children to be able to leave school early to work.
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