United Kingdom · Record · Petition
Petition 755857
Require Protection for Cultural Identity of Gypsy & Traveller Children in Care
Introduced
3 January 2026
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869 signatures
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4 August 2026
Summary
Require local authorities to prioritise placement of Gypsy and Traveller children with Gypsy and Traveller foster carers where safe and appropriate, and by provide better cultural awareness training for social workers. Gypsy and Traveller children are a recognised ethnic group, yet when they enter care their cultural identity is often ignored. Many are placed with carers who do not understand their traditions, values or way of life, which can lead to loss of identity and emotional harm. Cultural identity for all ethnic groups should be protected in care placements.
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- Official source: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/755857
- Open data entity: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/755857.json