Ban public sale of rodent poisons to protect wildlife and pets
Ban the public sale of rodenticide poisons and restrict their use to trained, licensed professionals only. Ensure that all pest control methods available to the public are humane, wildlife-safe, and environmentally responsible.
Signatures
15
signatures
Government response threshold (10,000) · 15/10,000
Debate threshold (100,000) · 15/100,000
- 19 FEB 2026Petition rejectedduplicate
We already have a petition open on this which you might wish to sigh: Ban the sale and use of rat poison due to the negative impact on wildlife https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/753779
- 21 JAN 2026Petition created
Background
Rodenticide poisons cause slow, painful deaths and lead to secondary poisoning of wildlife such as owls, foxes and hedgehogs, as well as pets. These poisons contaminate ecosystems and food chains. Humane alternatives exist, including live traps, proofing and deterrents. Restricting poisons to licensed professionals in cases when absolute necessary will protect animal welfare, biodiversity and public health.