Petition

Redirect UK Funding from the Ukraine War to Support Vulnerable UK Citizens

Rejected 12 signatures

What the petition asks

We call on the UK Government to end financial support for the war in Ukraine and reallocate those funds to urgently assist vulnerable citizens at home, particularly those who have lost the Winter Fuel Allowance or disability benefits.
Amid rising living costs and a growing number of people struggling to heat their homes or access essential care, it's imperative that taxpayer money is prioritised for domestic needs. Many elderly and disabled individuals have been left behind due to recent changes in benefit eligibility and support schemes. Reallocating overseas military aid to support these groups would help restore dignity and security to those most in need within our own communities.
The UK must show leadership not only abroad but at home, by ensuring our citizens are not left in hardship while billions are spent overseas.

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 on a similar topic: Stop sending military aid to Ukraine

Timeline

12 Apr 2025 Petition opened for signatures
30 Apr 2025 Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 12
Status Rejected
Rejected 30 Apr 2025

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 20 Aug 2026.