Independent Fund for Diego Garcia Lease

Rejected 16 signatures

What the petition asks

We urge the UK Government to allocate 50% of Diego Garcia lease revenue to be an independently managed, transparent fund. Corruption risks in Mauritius threatens fair distribution. It is imperative that part of revenue be placed in a strategic reserve fund, overseen by civil society.

Then to be mobilized in cases of crisis, pandemics, natural disasters, or international conflicts. The fund must have international oversight, civil society involvement, and ensure transparency through audits and public reporting. It should support education, healthcare, environmental projects, cultural preservation, and sustainable economic development. Political figures in Mauritius must be legally barred from its administration. This is about justice, accountability & ethical governance.

Why it was rejected

It asked for something that is not the responsibility of the UK Government or Parliament.

We can only accept petitions about things the Government or Parliament are directly responsible for.

Decisions about the allocation of the lease revenue in relation to the Chagos Islands Deal is a matter for the Government of Mauritius, not the UK Government or Parliament.

Timeline

7 Jun 2025	Petition opened for signatures
15 Aug 2025	Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 16

Status Rejected

Rejected 15 Aug 2025

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