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Examples of British Values

Examples of British Values

What are British Values?


Fundamental British Values underpin what it is to be a citizen in a modern and diverse Great Britain valuing our community and celebrating diversity of the UK.

These values are Democracy, Rule of Law, Respect and Tolerance, Individual Liberty.

Democracy


A culture built upon freedom and equality, where everyone is aware of their rights and responsibilities.

Examples

  • Leadership and accountability
  • Joint decision making
  • Team meetings
  • The right to protest and petition
  • Receiving and giving feedback
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Rule of Law


The need for rules to make a happy, safe and secure environment to live and work.

Examples

  • Legislation
  • Agreed ways of working, policies and procedures
  • How the law protects you and others
  • Codes of conduct
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Respect and Tolerance


Understanding that we all don’t share the same beliefs and values. Respecting the values, ideas and beliefs of others whilst not imposing our own others.

Examples

  • Embracing diversity
  • The importance of religion, traditions, cultural heritage and preferences
  • Stereotyping, labelling and prejudice
  • Tackling discrimination
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Individual Liberty


Protection of your rights and the right of others you work with.

Examples

  • Equality and Human Rights
  • Personal Development
  • Respect and Dignity
  • Rights, choice, consent and individuality
  • Values and principles