{"links":{"self":"https://petitions.senedd.wales/petitions/246454.json"},"data":{"type":"petition","id":246454,"attributes":{"action":"Rebuild Cardiff's Lost Observatory at St Fagans Museum \"Together we shape the story of Wales\"","background":"The Penylan Observatory, once a beacon of astronomical discovery and community engagement in Cardiff, was tragically lost in the late 20th century. This petition proposes the rebuilding of this historic landmark at St Fagans National Museum of History, highlighting its importance to the city's cultural heritage and its potential to inspire future generations of astronomers.\r\n\r\nThe Penylan Observatory, an Edwardian-era landmark in Cardiff, served as a public observatory for decades, fostering community engagement and scientific interest. Its closure in 1979 left a void, but the Cardiff Astronomical Society (CAS) has kept its spirit alive.","additional_details":"Rebuilding the observatory at St Fagans Museum would:\r\n\r\n- Honour the observatory's legacy and contributions.\r\n- Inspire future generations through hands-on learning and stargazing events.\r\n- Provide a valuable educational resource for astronomy, history, and science.\r\n- Enrich cultural heritage and foster community engagement.\r\n- Promote STEM education in Wales.\r\n\r\nWe urge the Welsh Government and the National Museums of Wales to support this reconstruction, aligning with the Future Generations Act and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Let's celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Cardiff Astronomy Society in 2026 with the reopening of this iconic landmark.","state":"completed","signature_count":353,"threshold_for_referral":250,"threshold_for_debate":10000,"created_at":"2024-12-16T23:58:45.215Z","updated_at":"2026-04-14T10:57:26.159Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2024-12-18T15:11:25.886Z","closed_at":"2025-06-18T22:59:59.999Z","completed_at":"2025-06-29T23:00:00.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2024-12-17T00:05:40.000Z","referral_threshold_reached_at":"2025-02-11T19:56:50.000Z","referred_at":"2025-06-19T23:00:00.000Z","debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"archived_at":"2026-04-14T10:57:26.155Z","submitted_on_paper":false,"submitted_on":null,"creator_name":null,"rejection":null,"debate":null,"topics":[{"code":"culture","name":"Culture"},{"code":"education","name":"Education"}],"signatures_by_country":[{"name":"Australia","code":"AU","signature_count":1},{"name":"England","code":"GB-ENG","signature_count":38},{"name":"Germany","code":"DE","signature_count":1},{"name":"Scotland","code":"GB-SCT","signature_count":2},{"name":"United States","code":"US","signature_count":2},{"name":"Wales","code":"GB-WLS","signature_count":309}],"signatures_by_constituency":[{"id":"W09000001","name":"Ynys Môn","signature_count":1},{"id":"W09000002","name":"Arfon","signature_count":1},{"id":"W09000003","name":"Aberconwy","signature_count":2},{"id":"W09000004","name":"Clwyd West","signature_count":3},{"id":"W09000005","name":"Vale of Clwyd","signature_count":3},{"id":"W09000006","name":"Delyn","signature_count":1},{"id":"W09000007","name":"Alyn and Deeside","signature_count":1},{"id":"W09000008","name":"Wrexham","signature_count":2},{"id":"W09000010","name":"Dwyfor Meirionnydd","signature_count":7},{"id":"W09000012","name":"Ceredigion","signature_count":2},{"id":"W09000014","name":"Preseli Pembrokeshire","signature_count":3},{"id":"W09000015","name":"Carmarthen East and Dinefwr","signature_count":15},{"id":"W09000016","name":"Carmarthen West and South Pembrokeshire","signature_count":3},{"id":"W09000017","name":"Llanelli","signature_count":2},{"id":"W09000018","name":"Gower","signature_count":4},{"id":"W09000020","name":"Swansea East","signature_count":1},{"id":"W09000022","name":"Aberavon","signature_count":1},{"id":"W09000023","name":"Bridgend","signature_count":12},{"id":"W09000025","name":"Rhondda","signature_count":2},{"id":"W09000026","name":"Cynon Valley","signature_count":6},{"id":"W09000029","name":"Cardiff West","signature_count":44},{"id":"W09000031","name":"Cardiff Central","signature_count":45},{"id":"W09000034","name":"Monmouth","signature_count":9},{"id":"W09000035","name":"Caerphilly","signature_count":4},{"id":"W09000036","name":"Islwyn","signature_count":5},{"id":"W09000037","name":"Torfaen","signature_count":2},{"id":"W09000038","name":"Blaenau Gwent","signature_count":3},{"id":"W09000039","name":"Newport West","signature_count":9},{"id":"W09000040","name":"Newport East","signature_count":2},{"id":"W09000041","name":"Brecon and Radnorshire","signature_count":1},{"id":"W09000042","name":"Cardiff North","signature_count":38},{"id":"W09000043","name":"Cardiff South and Penarth","signature_count":17},{"id":"W09000044","name":"Merthyr Tydfil and Rhymney","signature_count":6},{"id":"W09000045","name":"Ogmore","signature_count":11},{"id":"W09000046","name":"Pontypridd","signature_count":14},{"id":"W09000047","name":"Vale of Glamorgan","signature_count":23}],"signatures_by_region":[{"id":"W10000001","name":"North Wales","signature_count":14},{"id":"W10000006","name":"Mid and West Wales","signature_count":33},{"id":"W10000007","name":"South Wales Central","signature_count":189},{"id":"W10000008","name":"South Wales East","signature_count":40},{"id":"W10000009","name":"South Wales West","signature_count":29}]}}}