Petition · past parliament
Erect a statue in memory of David Bowie on the Fourth Plinth in Trafalgar Square
Rejected
18 signatures
What the petition asks
British-born David Bowie spent his entire career redefining the art of popular music.
He died of cancer at the age of 69 as one of the most influential musicians of his time, constantly re-inventing his persona and sound.
A truly artistic chameleon who seemed to be in permanent revolution.
He died of cancer at the age of 69 as one of the most influential musicians of his time, constantly re-inventing his persona and sound.
A truly artistic chameleon who seemed to be in permanent revolution.
He defied any label. Music, fashion, sexuality: all were Bowie's playthings. He was truly an artistic chameleon.
An indefinable master of rock style, throughout his long and varied career, influenced everyone from Iggy Pop to Boy George.
The artist's hits include Let's Dance, Changes, Space Oddity, Starman, Modern Love, Heroes, Under Pressure, Rebel Rebel and Life on Mars.
Sir Paul McCartney described him as a "great star" who "played a very strong part in British musical history".
An indefinable master of rock style, throughout his long and varied career, influenced everyone from Iggy Pop to Boy George.
The artist's hits include Let's Dance, Changes, Space Oddity, Starman, Modern Love, Heroes, Under Pressure, Rebel Rebel and Life on Mars.
Sir Paul McCartney described him as a "great star" who "played a very strong part in British musical history".
Why it was rejected
It asked for something that is not the responsibility of the UK Government or Parliament.
We can't accept your petition because the issue you raise is not the responsibility of the Government or Parliament. It is the responsibility of the London Assembly.
The Fourth Plinth Project is administered by the London Assembly as an arts project. More information is available here:
https://www.london.gov.uk/what-we-do/arts-and-culture/art-and-design/fourth-plinth
The Fourth Plinth Project is administered by the London Assembly as an arts project. More information is available here:
https://www.london.gov.uk/what-we-do/arts-and-culture/art-and-design/fourth-plinth
Timeline
| 12 Jan 2016 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 14 Jan 2016 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
18
Status
Rejected
Rejected
14 Jan 2016
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.