This petition isn’t just about honouring Mr Bates’ individual struggle; it is about acknowledging the profound impact he has had on our understanding of fairness, justice, and public service.

A life peerage represents more than just an honour; it offers a platform to amplify his voice and empower him to continue making a difference.

Alan Bates has reportedly indicated in various media [please refer to the references included within this petition] that he didn't plan to lead the campaign against the Post Office, but that it naturally happened over time - and when things needed to be done, he just got on with them.

It is also reported that, despite being retired, he remains dedicated to advocating for the many hundreds impacted by the Post Office scandal.

We can help him in his mission - a seat in the House of Lords would provide him with a place in a forum for debate and challenge, one where he could continue his important work!

Please join the tens of thousands who have already supported this petition - and share as widely as possible. Your comments are much valued, please see examples of the many hundreds already given, below:

Thank you for reading this far, and for your support.

 Petition supporters' comments:
 
"If we have to have the House of Lords, then fill it with worthy people like Alan Bates."

"For over twenty years, this man has been selfless in his determination to get justice for the sub-postmasters.”

"Alan Bates is the ideal of a peer. Hard working and tenacious. A real bull dog."

"Alan Bates is a hero for the workers and the government has taken too long and have let this happen.”

"Because Mr Alan Bates speaks for so many over the injustice of the Post Office scandal, a true hero for the ordinary people."

"He is a warrior who does not give up the fight for his fellow Post Office colleagues."

"I’m signing because he is the sort of remarkable and tenacious person we need in the House of Lords.” 

"He has the integrity to represent the nation."

"We need people who are able to be honest and will stick to it, no matter what the pressure or temptations."

"I am actually opposed to the Honours system but Alan Bates deserves some recognition."

"We need genuine people in these positions."

"He has done an amazing job to help so many people."

"He deserves our support and recognition of his pursuit for justice."

More to follow in a future update - and thank you to all those who made these observations in support of the petition.