Grant Cornwall nation status
We urge the UK Government to formally recognize Cornwall as a nation, granting it equal status to Wales and Scotland. This includes devolved powers, cultural preservation, and official recognition of Cornwall’s distinct heritage, language, and historic autonomy.
Signatures
24,011
signatures
Government response threshold (10,000) · 10,000/10,000 · reached
Debate threshold (100,000) · 24,011/100,000
- 16 SEPT 2025Government respondedMinistry of Housing, Communities & Local GovernmentGovernment reply
Government policy is to grant greater powers and ensure preservation of local culture, heritage and language through empowered Mayors of Strategic Authorities.
Read full response - 11 SEPT 2025Petition closedFinal total: 24,011 signatures
- 27 JUL 202510,000 signatures reachedEligible for a government response
- 11 MAR 2025Petition opened for signatures
Background
Cornwall has a rich cultural and historical identity, distinct from the rest of England, with its own language, Kernewek, and heritage. Despite being part of the UK, Cornwall's history as a Duchy reflects its unique status. We think granting Cornwall nation status would preserve its culture, promote self-governance, and could empower its people to address local issues.