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Gibson, Howard – Citizenship, Social and Economics Education, 2015
During his quest for leadership of the English Conservative Party, David Cameron declared his intention to turn Britain into a Big Society. In May 2010, having gained office as Prime Minister, he unveiled a string of policies to bring his vision to fruition. After five years, however, talk of the Big Society has withered in public debate such that…
Descriptors: Political Attitudes, Foreign Countries, Public Policy, Citizenship
Coote, Anna – Adults Learning, 2010
The UK's coalition government wants to build a "Big Society." The Prime Minister says "we are all in this together" and building it is the responsibility of every citizen as well as every government department. The broad vision is welcome, but everything depends on how the vision is translated into policy and practice. The…
Descriptors: Social Justice, Politics of Education, Policy Analysis, Public Policy