Petition · past parliament
We hereby call the Government to declare Rugby Union England's national sport.
Rejected
17 signatures
What the petition asks
In light of changing views in society and recent sporting performances over 20 years, we hereby the people of England, request that the UK Government formally declare Rugby Union the national sport of England.
England loss to Iceland - 27/06/16
Why it was rejected
It asked for something that is not the responsibility of the UK Government or Parliament.
Timeline
| 27 Jun 2016 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 28 Jun 2016 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
17
Status
Rejected
Rejected
28 Jun 2016
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.