• The post you are reporting:
   
  is the Big Society really any closer than the day the coalition came to power, or just wishful thinking? This is not meant as a political comment but a social one.
  
  My conclusion is very much the latter.
  
  My feeling is that society is sadly becoming ever more selfish and mean-spirited, often unashamedly so, in fact.
  
  Of course I am not claiming that everyone in the UK is totally out for themselves - far from it. But I think that cynicism and I'm alright Jack, pull up the rope/ask someone else to help" mentality is becoming more widespread.
  
  It strikes me that the State is actually lagging way behind society. It seems to be far more benevolent in its attitude than a large segment of the UK population who seem to take a "let the Devil take the hindmost" attitude. An attitide invariably followed by rapid shifting of the goalposts if they are in need.
  
  The last year or so has certainly made me aware of just how self centred and hard nosed some people are. Again, usually the dame people who are not slow to ask for help from others and seem to see them as mugs for doing so, with no intention of repaying the debt.

Report Post

Your Name

Reason