My beautiful girl Kara was one of three cats hit in our village within a week. It deeply saddens me to think that these innocent animals lost their lives due to drivers not adhering to the speed limit on a 20mph road. What's even more disheartening is that none of the drivers who hit them showed any compassion or took responsibility for their actions.

I believe it is time for a change. If the government is taking steps to make it law for cats to be microchipped, then they should also have the same rights as dogs when they are involved in accidents. This includes being protected by legislation that ensures drivers report hitting them.

It is essential that we address this issue urgently, as countless cats lose their lives every year due to road accidents. By implementing a law requiring drivers to report hitting cats, we can ensure better accountability and potentially save numerous feline lives.

To support this petition, let's consider some relevant facts and statistics:

1. According to The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA), around 230,000 cats are involved in road traffic accidents each year in the UK.
2. A study conducted by Cats Protection found that only 25% of injured cats were reported by drivers.
3. The RSPCA also states that reporting incidents involving animals helps prevent unnecessary suffering and provides valuable data for understanding road safety risks.

By making it mandatory for drivers to report hitting cats, we can achieve several important goals:

1. Increase awareness: This law would encourage all motorists to be more cautious while driving and promote responsible behavior towards animals.
2. Improve animal welfare: Reporting incidents promptly would allow injured cats access to immediate medical attention and increase their chances of survival.
3. Data collection: Accurate reporting will provide crucial information about accident hotspots, allowing authorities to take appropriate measures to enhance road safety for both humans and animals.

Let's come together and demand change. Sign this petition to make it law for drivers to report hitting cats, ensuring that these innocent lives are not forgotten or left without the compassion they deserve. Together, we can make a difference and protect our feline friends from unnecessary harm on our roads.