Submitted on Tuesday 24th February 2026
Rejected on Thursday 26th March 2026
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: irrelevant (see below for details)
Review the introduction of kick-ins and dribble ons in grass roots football.
We call on the Government to review the recent introduction of kick-ins in grassroots youth football, replacing traditional throw-ins, due to concerns around player safety, inconsistent enforcement, and negative impacts on football development.
From the 25/26 season, grassroots youth leagues replaced throw-ins with kick-ins and dribble-ons to increase ball time. kick-ins allow far more power, with balls often driven into crowded areas, raising the risk of injury. The change encourages long-ball football over skills development, while inconsistent control has caused confusion and unfair advantages. Coaches and parents are concerned, and a national review is needed to assess whether this rule is suitable for children’s football.
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The Government e-Petitions Team gave the following reason:
We can only accept petitions about things the Government or Parliament are directly responsible for.
Decisions about the rules for grassroots football are a matter for England Football, not the UK Government or Parliament.
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