We are an independent foundation with a mission to create a society where everyone can thrive. We work to improve collective wellbeing in the UK by influencing public policy and practice.
What is collective wellbeing?
Social wellbeing
We all have the support and services we need to thrive.
Economic wellbeing
We all have a decent minimum living standard.
Environmental wellbeing
We all live within the planet’s natural resources.
Democratic wellbeing
We all have a voice in decisions that affect us.
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Life in the UK 2026
Carnegie UK’s Life in the UK index measures collective wellbeing across the UK. It is based on what people in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland tell us about their lives.
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UK wellbeing falls as living standards decline and discrimination rises
The collective wellbeing of people across the UK declined over the past year, with new Carnegie UK research revealing worsening living standards, rising discrimination, and more people living in poor physical health. The report shows a decline in social and economic wellbeing, while environmental and democratic wellbeing failed to improve. The Life in the UK […]
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