Rejected petition: Hold a consultation on a second anthem for England at sport and celebrations
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Why does England, unlike Scotland and Wales, have no anthem of its own for football, rugby, or cricket? "God Save the King" suits Remembrance and state occasions perfectly. This petition asks Government to consult on whether England should have a second anthem, just for celebration.
Scotland has Flower of Scotland, Wales has Land of My Fathers, proud anthems for sport and celebration. England has neither; it borrows "God Save the King," written for solemn occasions. Tellingly, fans often reach for songs like Sweet Caroline at big moments instead, proof there's appetite for something with more energy. This petition asks Government to consult on whether England should have a second anthem for celebration, leaving the existing anthem unchanged for state and ceremonial use.
Why was this petition rejected?
It’s about something that the UK Government or Parliament is not directly responsible for.
This isn’t something that the UK Government or Parliament would be able to do. The use of the present National Anthem is a matter of tradition rather than having any legal or constitutional status.
You can find more information about the history and status of the national anthem here: https://www.royal.uk/national-anthem
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