This category contains links to sites about people in England, nationwide civic organizations, associations, and sites about national issues.
Regular Websites
The Arts Council of England is a British government agency that provides funding and support to writers and other artists. You can find out how to apply for funding here. The website also has publications that explain how arts funding helps British society. - Arts Council
http://www.artscouncil.org.uk/
The Audit Commission for the United Kingdom is a watchdog that ensures that public money is spent properly, whether it is local government, health, housing or other sectors. You can also find auditing reports for your region of the UK. The website has news reports that summarize the Commission's work. - Audit Commission
http://www.audit-commission.gov.uk/
Rewards excellence in British arts, including film, video games and television. Find out what awards are given, the past winners of the various awards and the history of the Academy. - BAFTA
http://www.bafta.org
The BBC History website is filled with historical content from the corporation's radio and television productions, with a special focus on British history. The website has a timeline of British history which helps you understand the country's history at a glance. You can also find out about archaeology here. - BBC History
http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/
The BBC's Relationship website has plenty of information to help you manage your romantic relationships. Whether you are trying to spice up your sex life, develop greater intimacy or get out of an abusive relationship, you can find advice on those matters here. - BBC Relationships
http://www.bbc.co.uk/relationships/
Offers detailed information about British charities. You can also search for charities and find a secure way to donate to them online. The website solicits volunteers to work in charities, which provides you with another way to contribute to these organizations. - Charity Choice
http://www.charitychoice.co.uk/
The Charity Commission is established by law as the regulator and registrar for charities in England and Wales. - Charity Commission
http://www.charity-commission.gov.uk
CIFAS is a non-profit organisation dedicated to fraud prevention of all types in the United Kingdom, including health insurance fraud. - CIFAS
http://www.cifas.org.uk/
The official website of Creighton Carvello has much information on this British memory specialist and world's record holder. You can find out about his memory accomplishments and his song recordings as well. You can also find out more about Carvello's wedding photography. - Creighton Carvello
http://www.memorablecarvello.co.uk/
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
DEFRA is an agency of the British government that supports sustainable living in the UK. Provides information on regulations regarding farming, plants and other aspects of rural life. Also includes information on Foot and Mouth disease. - Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
http://www.defra.gov.uk/
English Heritage is an organization that seeks to protect England's historic environment and promote it for future generations. The English Heritage website has free films to help you learn about the history of England. You can also find out here how to hire an English Heritage site for a special event. - English Heritage
http://www.english-heritage.org.uk
A new coalition of farmers, environmental activists and scientists has formed to campaign against genetic engineering. - Genetics Action
http://www.geneticsaction.org.uk/
Guildford Anti-Incinerator Network
GAIN is a coalition of concerned residents and associations who are concerned about the environmental effects of incinerator operations in Surrey, and with other environmental issues. An overview of the organization is provided, including a schedule of meetings. - Guildford Anti-Incinerator Network
http://www.no-incinerator.org.uk/
Institute for Historical Research
The Institute for Historical Research is a British organization that seeks to provide resources for historians seeking to understand the British past. The website also has information on graduate degree programs in history. The website also has notices about history conferences. - Institute for Historical Research
http://www.history.ac.uk/
Kent Against a Radioactive Environment
KARE is an organization of people who have come together out of concern for the dangers of nuclear energy generation, particularly that which pollutes the air and sea of the southeastern part of England, specifically targeting two nuclear power stations on the Kent coast at New Romney. - Kent Against a Radioactive Environment
http://www.kare-uk.org/
Kings Cross Project's Child and Adolescent Counselling Service
The Kings Cross Project's Child and Adolescent Counselling Service is a non-profit organisation helping children and adolescents explore their feelings. - Kings Cross Project's Child and Adolescent Counselling Service
http://www.kingscrossproject.org.uk/agencies/services/childadolescentcounselling.htm
A British charity that seeks to make Britain into a safer country and end social exclusion. The website has information on how you can volunteer with Nacro to support its efforts. You can also find out about Nacro's services such as resettling ex-offenders and addressing the problem of mental health. - Nacro
http://www.nacro.org.uk/
Provides information on efforts to preserve the natural heritage of England and all its biodiversity. Farmers, researchers, local authorities and others can find information for their needs from this website. The site also provides details on how to volunteer with Natural England. - Natural England
http://www.naturalengland.org.uk/
Based in South Oxfordshire, the Northmoor Trust manages an estate that includes the Little Wittenham Nature Reserve and Wittenham Clumps, a woodland dedicated to forestry research and Project Timescape, the Trust's visitor centre. It holdings and projects are discussed here. - Northmoor Trust
http://www.northmoortrust.co.uk/
A UK organization that seeks to bring proper numbers and mathematical understanding to the public. Features essays on global warming, reviews of blogs and books, and information on how poor numbers are used in the media. - Number Watch
http://www.numberwatch.co.uk
The Shut Down Sizewell Campaign actively campaigning for the closure of the Sizewell Nuclear Stations and the shutdown of other nuclear installations in the United Kingdom. - Shut Down Sizewell Campaign
http://www.shutdown-sizewell.org.uk/
The Green Party of England believe that the Economy and the Environment policies can co-exist for the betterment of England, the UK, and the world. - The Green Party of England
http://www.greenparty.org.uk/
Publishes resources on the history of exploration, travel, voyages and geography. Based in London, The Society has a large library of travel writings dating back several centuries. You can also read the Hakluyt Society Journal through this website to understand more about the history of travel. - The Hakluyt Society
http://www.hakluyt.com/
The Liberal Party of England believe in a just and liberal society where citizens possess and enjoy liberty, property, and security. - The Liberal Party of England
http://www.liberal.org.uk/
The Vegetarian Society is a British organization that supports people who lead a vegetarian lifestyle. The Society website explains how a vegetarian diet is good for the environment, as well as for your health. You can also find advice here on how to establish a vegetarian business. - Vegetarian Society
http://www.vegsoc.org