Separating religion and state for a fairer society
WEBBritish ex-Muslims, already unfree, face perils of worsening censorship. The National Secular Society exists to challenge religious privilege and is Britain's only organisation working exclusively towards a secular society.
Secularism explained | National Secular Society
WEBSecularism explained. Equal treatment and freedom of belief for all. Secularism is a political idea concerned with the best way to govern religiously pluralist societies. The model of secularism we advocate for defends the civil liberties of all, whatever your personal beliefs. The principles of secularism which protect and underpin liberal ...
One in six year 11 students receiving no Religious Education
WEB1 day ago · The National Secular Society has called for Religious Education (RE) to be replaced, after new research revealed almost one in six year 11 students are not taught to subject. Analysis by the National Association of Teachers of Religious Education (NATRE) of figures from the Department for Education found 16% of secondary schools in England ...
About us | National Secular Society
WEBAbout us. The National Secular Society is a membership-based organisation campaigning for a freer, fairer, more tolerant society. Founded in 1866, we've been at the forefront of advocating for the separation of religion and state, safeguarding freedom of belief, and promoting a truly inclusive and fair society for all. We promote secularism as ...
Freedom of religion or belief | National Secular Society
WEBWe defend freedom of religion, and freedom from religion. Freedom of religion or belief (FoRB) is a fundamental human right. It is explicitly protected by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the European Convention on Human Rights, and the Human Rights Act 1998. Protecting everyone's freedom to hold and express religious or non-religious ...
Our work | National Secular Society
WEBTo create a secular society in which people of all religions or none can live together peacefully as equal citizens, by separating religion from state institutions and ensuring no religious beliefs or practices have undue influence on how you live your life. We believe this is the foundation of a free, fair and equal society. For over 150 years ...
Segregation higher in areas with more faith schools, report finds
WEB2 days ago · Newly published research has found socio-economic segregation in schools is higher in areas with greater numbers of faith schools. The report, published by the Sutton Trust, found that in areas with the highest segregation, around 24% of schools were classed as faith schools, compared with around 20% in the least segregated areas.. The report assessed segregation by using eligibility for free ...
Our story | National Secular Society
WEBOur story. We've been at the forefront of campaigning for a freer, fairer, secular society for over 150 years. Our story began in 1866 when a large number of secularist groups from around the UK came together to strengthen their campaigns. Their leader was Charles Bradlaugh. Bradlaugh went on to be elected MP for Northampton in 1880.
Secularism has never been so relevant and necessary – unlike the ...
WEBNov 29, 2022 · The Census 2021 results reveal that for the first time, most people in England and Wales aren't Christian. Megan Manson says the case for a secular state has never been stronger. It's official: Britain can no longer be called a 'Christian country'. The 2021... Read More »
Our Secular Charter | National Secular Society
WEBThe National Secular Society works for the separation of religion and state and equal respect for everyone's human rights so that no one is either advantaged or disadvantaged on account of their beliefs. We campaign for a secular democracy, where: There is no established state religion. Everyone is equal before the law, regardless of religion ...
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