Petitions/Fund temporary suitable housing for children with life-limiting illnesses
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Opened9 Apr 2026
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We urge the Government to pass a law which funds temporary housing for children with life-limiting illnesses if their homes can no longer meet their needs. We believe that under no circumstances should a child remain in hospital for a lengthy period if they are able to be cared for at home.

The story behind this petition is about a little boy called Kyle, who was diagnosed with MND at 13 years old. Kyle spent almost a year living in hospital as his house no longer met his needs. Kyle sadly passed away in hospital in November 2025 without ever being able to return home. We want this law so that no child endures a fate where they must remain in hospital. If their home is deemed unsuitable, the Government should fund temporary housing to help the child and their families during such a difficult time.

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Alex Davies-Jones
1Alex Davies-Jones MP
Pontypridd
540
Gerald Jones
2Gerald Jones MP
Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare
135
Chris Bryant
3Chris Bryant MP
Rhondda and Ogmore
84
Chris Evans
4Chris Evans MP
Caerphilly
71
Fred Thomas
5Fred Thomas MP
Plymouth Moor View
41
Nick Smith
6Nick Smith MP
Blaenau Gwent and Rhymney
41
Chris Elmore
7Chris Elmore MP
Bridgend
36
Anna McMorrin
8Anna McMorrin MP
Cardiff North
36
Ben Lake
9Ben Lake MP
Ceredigion Preseli
31
Rebecca Smith
10Rebecca Smith MP
South West Devon
30