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PETITIONRejectedPetition · petition.parliament.uk

Make it a legal requirement for drivers to stop and report if they hit a cat.

To protect animal welfare and promote responsible driving, we urge the government to enact a law requiring drivers to stop and report incidents if they have injured a cat.

Last fetched 03 May 2026 · petition.parliament.uk
Signatures
14
signatures
Government response threshold (10,000) · 14/10,000
Debate threshold (100,000) · 14/100,000
Background
To protect animal welfare and promote responsible driving, we urge the government to enact a law requiring drivers to stop and report incidents where they hit a cat. This measure will ensure injured animals receive timely care, reduce instances of hit-and-run, and foster a more compassionate society. By making it a legal duty to report such incidents, we can improve accountability and promote ethical behaviour on our roads. Cats are just as loved and important as any other pet.