Petition · past parliament
Put Enoch Powell on the £50 note.
Rejected
21 signatures
What the petition asks
There's been much debate over who should be on the new fifty pound note.
I believe that now, more than ever, we need to remember our history and one of the most influential politicians.
With the rise of immigration across Europe, it would be wise to put his face on the fifty pound note.
I believe that now, more than ever, we need to remember our history and one of the most influential politicians.
With the rise of immigration across Europe, it would be wise to put his face on the fifty pound note.
Never forget history, learn from those that past and we'll build a better future.
Why it was rejected
It asked for something that is not the responsibility of the UK Government or Parliament.
Bank notes are the responsibility of the Bank of England, which is independent of the Government and Parliament.
You can find out how the Bank decides who will be on bank notes here:
https://www.bankofengland.co.uk/banknotes/banknote-characters
You can find out how the Bank decides who will be on bank notes here:
https://www.bankofengland.co.uk/banknotes/banknote-characters
Timeline
| 16 Dec 2018 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 18 Dec 2018 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
21
Status
Rejected
Rejected
18 Dec 2018
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.