Submitted on Wednesday 25th June 2025
Rejected on Monday 21st July 2025
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: duplicate (see below for details)
Allow students five authorised school absence days per year for family holidays
Allow each student up to five authorised absence days per year for family holidays. Schools would retain discretion, but families would no longer face automatic fines for short, sensible time off outside exam periods, provided overall attendance is good.
Holiday prices skyrocket during school breaks, forcing many families to choose between debt or missing out. Current rules unfairly punish loving parents. A small allowance would ease pressure, support mental health, and improve family wellbeing. Happier, recharged parents raise better-supported kids. This policy would make holidays more affordable, reduce price spikes, and—done sensibly—won’t harm education or attendance.
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Allow parents to take their children out of school for 5 school days in a year
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/728790
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