Petition · past parliament
Award John Surtees a posthumous Knighthood
Rejected
12 signatures
What the petition asks
John Surtees is the only person ever to have won both Formula One and Motorcycling World Championships. He was an icon to motorsport competitors and fans across the globe. These achievements plus his unwavering efforts to promote motorsport and support charity should be recognised with a Knighthood.
Why it was rejected
It was about honours or appointments, which petitions cannot cover.
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Timeline
| 10 Mar 2017 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 18 Mar 2017 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
12
Status
Rejected
Rejected
18 Mar 2017
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.