Petition · Cabinet Office

Stop the Houses of Parliament renovation: Spend it on our NHS instead

Open for signatures 56 signatures

What the petition asks

Cancel the "Restoration and Renewal" program. Instead of spending up to £39bn on the Houses of Parliament (Palace of Westminster), the Government should build a modern, cost-effective seat of democracy for a fraction of the cost. Savings must be diverted to the NHS and public services.
In our view, the possible £39.2bn cost is an insult to taxpayers during a national crisis. We are told "there is no money," yet billions are found for a Victorian relic. We believe that common sense must prevail over sentimentality, and that a purpose-built building could save tens of billions and be more efficient. The British people should not bankroll a multi-billion-pound fossil while our hospitals and schools are crumbling. Put public need before old stones.

Timeline

17 Mar 2026 Petition opened for signatures

Key facts

Signatures 56
Status Open for signatures
Department Cabinet Office
Opened 17 Mar 2026

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 26 Jul 2026.