Citizenship and Social Issues
- Brit Kid
Who are the 'British'? What racial issues confront young people in Britain today? This lively site is both informative and entertaining.
http://www.britkid.org
- British Royal Family
Official web site of the British Monarchy. History and role of monarchy. Includes the Kidszone, featuring 'Monarch of the Month'.
http://www.royal.gov.uk
- Campaign Creator
Want to change something in your local community? Start a campaign and make a difference!
http://www.campaigncreator.org/
- Ceremonial Events
Britain has a wonderful ceremonial history. Find out about such events as the State Opening of Parliament and Trooping the Colour.
http://www.army.mod.uk/ceremonialandheritage/index.htm
- Citizenship
Channel 4's resources to support the study of citizenship. Click on Citizen Power for a learn about parliament, politicians, Europe and more.
http://www.channel4.com[citizenship]/index.html
- Commonwealth
Explanation of what the Commonwealth is and what it does, together with news, press releases and documents.
http://www.thecommonwealth.org
- Criminal Justice System
How the British Justice system works. A good, simple overview. Includes an interactive view of life in prison.
http://www.cjsonline.gov.uk[prisons]html
- Explore Parliament
Excellent guide to the British parliament - its history, how laws are passed and latest news. Plus interactive puzzles.
http://www.explore.parliament.uk
- Guide to British life, culture and customs
What is Britain really like? Find out about our language, customs, languages and many other aspects of our daily life. Over 1500 pages of information
http://www.woodlands-junior.kent.sch.uk/[customs]
- Housing Rights
Shelter's website has lots of help and advice for young people facing homelessness.
http://england.shelter.org.uk/[knowyourrights]
- Money Matters
An excellent, well designed site that helps you through the mysteries of finance from writing a cheque to managing a budget. Definitely worth a look, especially if you are about to leave home to study or work.
http://www.moneymatterstome.co.uk
- One Life
Masses of info on health, education, finance, finding a job, a place to live, plus travel, news bites, fun and freebies. Education 16+, 18+, 21+, gap year info. Click on finance for info on how to open a bank account and manage money.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio1/onelife/index.shtml
- S-cool
Life skills, revision, exams, what to do next - a really useful site!
http://www.s-cool.co.uk/[article]
- Ten Downing Street
The website of the Prime Minister. Info about the PM and his cabinet, news from No. 10, Virtual Tour, broadcasts, statements, podcasts, info about government.
http://www.number10.gov.uk/output/Page1.asp
- The Site
A 'one stop shop' covering an amazing range of social issues. If you need information, you will probably find a link and advice here. There is also a confidential helpline.
http://www.thesite.org
- The Youth Summit
A two day event 25th and 26th June where young people will air their views to the Government about services directed at them.
http://www.youthsummit.co.uk/
- Unicef Voices of Youth
Children around the world have their say on current issues. Includes useful section on Children and Work
Http://www.unicef.org/voy
- need2know
Whatever it is you need to know, this site will give you loads of useful information. It is government sponsored, easy to use and covers so much, including health, money, travel, relationships and studying. Definitely worth a look.
http://need2know.co.uk
Page last updated: 20 November 2008
