How a petition is handled

From drafting and lodging a petition to the committee's report and the response to the petitioner.

2. Lodging and presentation

A petition can be submitted to the Clerk of the House, who checks that it meets the requirements, or presented on the petitioner's behalf by a member. It is then reported to, or presented in, the House.

When a petition is presented, members may make brief comments on it, within the time set by the Standing Orders.

Key points

  • You do not need a member to submit a petition through the Clerk.
  • The Clerk may advise if a petition does not meet the requirements.
  • Presentation puts the petition on the record of the House.

Who is involved?

  • Clerk of the House
  • Member presenting the petition
  • Speaker

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