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The Values and Principles of the UK

British society is founded on fundamental values and principles which all those living in the UK should respect and support. These values are reflected in the responsibilities, rights and privileges of being a British citizen or permanent resident of the UK. They are based on history and traditions and are protected by law, customs and expectations. There is no place in British society for extremism or intolerance.

The fundamental principles of British life include:

  • Democracy
  • The rule of law
  • Individual liberty
  • Tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs
  • Participation in community life

The Citizenship Pledge

As part of the citizenship ceremony, new citizens pledge to uphold these values. The pledge is:

*'I will give my loyalty to the United Kingdom and respect its rights and freedoms. I will uphold its democratic values. I will observe its laws faithfully and fulfil my duties and obligations as a British citizen.'*

Responsibilities

Following from the fundamental principles are responsibilities and freedoms which are shared by all those living in the UK and which we expect all residents to respect.

If you wish to be a permanent resident or citizen of the UK, you should:

  • Respect and obey the law
  • Respect the rights of others, including their right to their own opinions
  • Treat others with fairness
  • Look after yourself and your family
  • Look after the area in which you live and the environment

Freedoms

In return, the UK offers:

  • Freedom of belief and religion
  • Freedom of speech
  • Freedom from unfair discrimination
  • A right to a fair trial
  • A right to join in the election of a government

Check that you understand

  • The origin of the values underlying British society
  • The fundamental principles of British life
  • The responsibilities and freedoms which come with permanent residence

*Source: Life in the United Kingdom: A Guide for New Residents, 3rd Edition. Crown copyright. Reproduced under the Open Government Licence.*

Societatea British este fondată pe valori și principii fundamentale pe care toți cei care trăiesc în UK ar trebui să le respecte și să le susțină. Aceste valori se reflectă în responsabilitățile, drepturile și privilegiile de a fi un British citizen sau rezident permanent în UK. Acestea se bazează pe istorie și tradiții și sunt protejate de lege, obiceiuri și așteptări. Nu există loc în societatea British pentru extremism sau intoleranță.

Principiile fundamentale ale vieții în British includ:

  • Democracy
  • The rule of law
  • Individual liberty
  • Toleranța față de cei cu credințe și convingeri diferite
  • Participarea la viața comunității

The Citizenship Pledge

Ca parte a ceremoniei de citizenship, noii cetățeni se angajează să respecte aceste valori. Jurământul este:

*'Îmi voi oferi loialitatea către United Kingdom și voi respecta drepturile și libertățile sale. Voi susține valorile sale democratice. Voi respecta legile sale cu credință și îmi voi îndeplini îndatoririle și obligațiile de British citizen.'*

Responsabilități

Din principiile fundamentale decurg responsabilități și libertăți care sunt împărtășite de toți cei care trăiesc în UK și pe care ne așteptăm ca toți rezidenții să le respecte.

Dacă doriți să fiți rezident permanent sau cetățean al UK, ar trebui să:

  • Respectați și să vă supuneți legii
  • Respectați drepturile celorlalți, inclusiv dreptul lor la propriile opinii
  • Îi tratați pe ceilalți cu corectitudine
  • Aveți grijă de voi înșivă și de familia voastră
  • Aveți grijă de zona în care locuiți și de mediu

Libertăți

În schimb, UK oferă:

  • Libertatea de credință și religie
  • Libertatea de exprimare
  • Libertatea față de discriminarea nedreaptă
  • Dreptul la un proces echitabil
  • Dreptul de a participa la alegerea unui guvern

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  • Originea valorilor care stau la baza societății British
  • Principiile fundamentale ale vieții în British
  • Responsabilitățile și libertățile care vin odată cu rezidența permanentă

*Sursă: Life in the United Kingdom: A Guide for New Residents, 3rd Edition. Crown copyright. Reprodus sub Open Government Licence.*

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British society is founded on fundamental values and principles which all those living in the UK should respect and support. These values are reflected in the responsibilities, rights and privileges of being a British citizen or permanent resident of the UK. They are based on history and traditions and are protected by law, customs and expectations. There is no place in British society for extremism or intolerance.

The fundamental principles of British life include:

  • Democracy
  • The rule of law
  • Individual liberty
  • Tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs
  • Participation in community life

The Citizenship Pledge

As part of the citizenship ceremony, new citizens pledge to uphold these values. The pledge is:

*'I will give my loyalty to the United Kingdom and respect its rights and freedoms. I will uphold its democratic values. I will observe its laws faithfully and fulfil my duties and obligations as a British citizen.'*

Responsibilities

Following from the fundamental principles are responsibilities and freedoms which are shared by all those living in the UK and which we expect all residents to respect.

If you wish to be a permanent resident or citizen of the UK, you should:

  • Respect and obey the law
  • Respect the rights of others, including their right to their own opinions
  • Treat others with fairness
  • Look after yourself and your family
  • Look after the area in which you live and the environment

Freedoms

In return, the UK offers:

  • Freedom of belief and religion
  • Freedom of speech
  • Freedom from unfair discrimination
  • A right to a fair trial
  • A right to join in the election of a government

Check that you understand

  • The origin of the values underlying British society
  • The fundamental principles of British life
  • The responsibilities and freedoms which come with permanent residence

*Source: Life in the United Kingdom: A Guide for New Residents, 3rd Edition. Crown copyright. Reproduced under the Open Government Licence.*

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