The UK faces escalating social tensions, with research indicating a third of adults seldom meet individuals from different backgrounds. A report from British Future and Belong Network warns of a heightened risk of unrest if issues of polarization are not urgently addressed. One-third of respondents reported infrequent interactions within their communities. The foreword stresses that societal bonds are under pressure, leading to a fragmented society, diminished civic participation, and eroded trust in institutions, all threatening democratic stability. The report serves as a foundational input for a new Independent Commission on Community and Cohesion.
A third of UK adults rarely meet people from different backgrounds, indicating a significant risk of social unrest unless issues of polarization are urgently addressed.
The findings point to a society that is increasingly fragmented, where civic participation and a sense of belonging are under pressure, threatening democracy.
Political polarization is deepening, trust in institutions is declining, and without addressing these dynamics, the foundation of democracy is at risk.
The report draws on perspectives from 177 organizations and various research methods, highlighting the fragility of social cohesion in the UK.
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