PETITIONRejectedPetition · petition.parliament.uk

Enforce existing laws to stop illegal gambling scams on Westminster Bridge

Deploy regular police patrols on Westminster Bridge to crack down on illegal gambling scams. Prosecute scammers who assault or intimidate witnesses. Coordinate with City of Westminster Council to implement deterrent measures and protect tourists from organized criminal gangs.

Last fetched 18 May 2026 · petition.parliament.uk

Signatures

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Government response threshold (10,000) · 6/10,000

Debate threshold (100,000) · 6/100,000

Petition progress2 events · Jul 2025

31 JUL 2025
Petition rejected
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16 JUL 2025
Petition created

Background

Westminster Bridge hosts aggressive scamming operations that target tourists with illegal gambling tricks. When members of the public try to film these crimes, they face assault and intimidation. This damages London's reputation, makes visitors feel unsafe, and allows organized criminals to operate with impunity. Increased enforcement would protect tourists, support legitimate businesses, and uphold the rule of law in one of London's most visible locations.