Hi Supporter,

Let’s keep the momentum going by sharing this petition far and wide.

This is more than a request — it’s a clear and united declaration:

We will not relocate Carnival,

We will not abandon it,

And we will not allow its legacy to be erased.

To do so would dishonour the struggle and the very roots that birthed this celebration.

Let’s stand firm — for culture, for community, for justice.

Below is to remind us all why we are doing this and is now a new update on the main page:

Main Headline: Make Notting Hill Carnival a Protected UK National Treasure – Fund It Forever

📣 Our Headline Statement: It’s more than a party – it’s our legacy.

After 60 years of giving joy, unity, and culture to Britain, it’s time the government gave something back.

📜 Petition 
 

In 2026, Notting Hill Carnival turns 60.

From its Windrush roots to the sound systems, steel pans and sequins that colour the streets today – Carnival is one of Britain’s greatest cultural legacies.

It is also the largest street festival in Europe, generating up to £150 million in economic impact each year, while bringing millions of people together in peace and unity.

And yet… it still receives no guaranteed government funding.

Security costs? Community support? Cultural education? All still underfunded.

It’s time to change that.

🎁 Our Simple Ask:
 

To mark its 60th anniversary, we call on the UK Government to:

LEGALLY PROTECT and ANNUALLY FUND Notting Hill Carnival

as an official, publicly funded National Cultural Treasure.

⚖️ Why It Matters:

Windrush made Carnival – now Carnival keeps Windrush alive.
Black British history is British history.
£11m policing costs come from taxpayers – yet less than £1m goes to actually supporting the event and its culture and the returns are more more than £400 million which this country gains from.
 

This is about balance, respect, and legacy.

🔊 Final Word:
 Carnival doesn’t need charity – it deserves recognition.

Let’s give it the 60th birthday it deserves.