Big Society (UK Policy)

The Big Society was a UK government initiative aimed at encouraging local communities to be more engaged in solving their own issues. It sought to empower citizens, charities, and community groups to take on more responsibilities traditionally handled by the government, promoting volunteering, local decision-making, and social action. The goal was to foster a self-reliant society where communities work collaboratively to improve local services, increase civic participation, and reduce reliance on central government. Essentially, it emphasized devolving power and encouraging people to shape their communities proactively.