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 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 »
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 …
Women’s rights | National Secular Society
WEBThe National Secular Society's founders and earliest members were committed feminists and suffragists. They recognised that religion is a key barrier to women's rights. Most world religions are patriarchal. They not only restrict women from the clergy, but many also preach that women should be subordinate to men in wider society and adhere to ...
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 ...
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.
Bill to disestablish the Church of England introduced in parliament
WEBDec 6, 2023 · A bill backed by the National Secular Society to disestablish the Church of England has been introduced in parliament. The private member's bill, proposed by Liberal Democrat peer Paul Scriven with assistance from the NSS, was presented in the House of Lords today. The bill makes provision for the separation of church and state by removing the ...
Secularism linked to prosperity and better education, study finds
WEBFeb 12, 2020 · A National Secular Society spokesperson said the study was "a reminder that secularism has both ethical and economic value". "It is no surprise to see secularism linked to increases in prosperity and better education. Religious incursions into the public square frequently stifle the pursuit of knowledge and undermine individual rights and ...