Petition · Department for Business and Trade
Protect the Function of the Architect in UK Law
Closed
4,301 signatures
What the petition asks
Protect the function of architects under UK law, not only the title. Review legislation and procurement to ensure that work affecting building safety, design quality, and regulatory compliance must be carried out or overseen by appropriately qualified and regulated architects.
Although the title “architect” is protected, core architectural functions can be undertaken without proper regulation or accountability. We believe this creates risks to public safety, building quality, sustainability, and clear professional responsibility. Architects are trained and regulated to coordinate design, safety, and compliance. Protecting their function supports better building outcomes and aligns with post-Grenfell safety reforms.
Timeline
| 23 Jan 2026 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 23 Jul 2026 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
4,301
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Business and Trade
Opened
23 Jan 2026
Closed
23 Jul 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 30 Jul 2026.