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Stop the privatisation of Channel 4

Rejected 11 signatures

What the petition asks

I am appalled at the Government's intention to privatise Channel 4.

Channel 4 is responsible for some of the very best programming on UK TV. Channel 4 News is one of the most trusted news programmes at a time when disinformation is rife.
There are very few places where we can trust in the integrity of those producing news and content.

The mono culture that is sure to be the result of such a move would be seriously undermining of the health and creativity of UK TV programming.
To privatise Channel 4 would seriously undermine programming aimed at all the communities, across generations, that make up this country.

Channel 4 is an invaluable part of UK media

Why it was rejected

There was already a petition about this issue. Duplicates are rejected so signatures collect in one place.

You may wish to sign this petition which calls for the same action: Stop the privatisation of Channel 4

Timeline

6 Apr 2022 Petition opened for signatures
7 Apr 2022 Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 11
Status Rejected
Rejected 7 Apr 2022

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.