Increase defence funding to strengthen and expand all UK military forces.

Rejected 14 signatures

What the petition asks

I would like the Government to increase the defence budget to rebuild and strengthen the UK’s Armed Forces.

The United Kingdom faces growing global instability, and increasing security threats. A strong and capable military is essential to deter aggression and protect national sovereignty.

The UK Armed Forces are currently in a dire state, with reduced personnel numbers, ageing equipment, and increasing operational demands.

Increased defence funding is urgently needed to rebuild force numbers, modernise equipment, and restore military readiness so the UK can effectively defend itself.

Why it was rejected

The UK Government or Parliament was already taking the action it asked for.

Defence spending is already being increased: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/prime-minister-sets-out-biggest-sustained-increase-in-defence-spending-since-the-cold-war-protecting-british-people-in-new-era-for-national-security
If you wish, you could start a new petition with a more specific request in terms of increases to defence spending.

Timeline

8 Mar 2026	Petition opened for signatures
9 Apr 2026	Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 14

Status Rejected

Rejected 9 Apr 2026

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