Submitted on Monday 27th October 2025
Rejected on Friday 28th November 2025
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: irrelevant (see below for details)
highlight the harm caused by fireworks
. Every year around 5 November, fireworks terrify countless pets and wildlife. Renaming Guy Fawkes Night to “Scare Your Pets Day” would highlight the suffering caused and spark discussion about more compassionate celebrations.
Fireworks cause panic, injury, and distress to animals across the UK. Many pet owners dread this night. Renaming it “Scare Your Pets Day” would make the issue impossible to ignore, encouraging public awareness and empathy. It’s time our traditions reflected kindness as well as history.
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The Government e-Petitions Team gave the following reason:
The naming of Guy Fawkes night is not an official responsibility of the UK Government or Parliament, but is a matter of tradition and public custom.
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