Research article

Citizenship, diversity and national identity

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Abstract

This article explores the issues of citizenship, diversity and national identity in the context of the introduction of citizenship education in the UK. It considers the historical context of national identity in the UK and notes that the 'British national identity has historically implied diversity'. It also analyses the views of British national identity in the speeches of major contemporary politicians including Gordon Brown and the challenge they provide for citizenship education

Keywords: CITIZENSHIP, CITIZENSHIP EDUCATION, DIVERSITY, NATIONAL IDENTITY, BRITISH NATIONAL IDENTITY

How to Cite:

Crick, B., (2008) “Citizenship, diversity and national identity”, London Review of Education 6(1), 31–37. doi: https://doi.org/10.1080/14748460801889852