the British Government's "Big Society" initiative

The British Government's "Big Society" initiative aimed to foster greater community involvement and local empowerment. It encouraged citizens, charities, and local organizations to take on more responsibility for public services, volunteering, and social initiatives, with the goal of reducing government control. The idea was to build stronger, more active communities where people work together to address local issues, improve public services, and create social cohesion. Launched in 2010, it emphasized decentralization, social action, and civic engagement as key to building a fairer and more sustainable society.