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 ...
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 ...
Secularism in 2023: A year in review | National Secular Society
WEBDec 27, 2023 · The year began with Church of England bishops issuing an apology to LGBT+ people for the "rejection, exclusion and hostility" they have faced in churches and the impact this has had on their lives. Nevertheless, after a six-year process of "listening and learning" the bishops decided not to change their position on gay relationships.
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 ...
WEBINTRODUCTION TO SECULARISM 7 • [Christian] “Persecution claims are undermined by religious privileges.”5 (Law Society Gazette, 06.05.2011)• “Anti-abortion group drafted in as sexual health adviser to government:
Census England & Wales: Less than half the population Christian
WEBNov 29, 2022 · The National Secular Society has called for separation of Church and state after census data revealed that less than half the population are Christian for the first time. According to data from the 2021 Census released today, 46% of people in England and Wales described themselves as "Christian". This …
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.
What secularists want from the next UK Government
WEBJun 24, 2024 · The UK that goes to the polls on 4 July will be the most religiously diverse in election history. Less than half the population of England and Wales describe themselves as 'Christian'. Most people in Scotland are now non-religious. And there are now more Catholics than Protestants in Northern Ireland, but even here we are seeing more and more people turning away from religion.
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 ...