Law & Rights
Tolerance & Mutual Respect
Tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs, together with mutual respect, is one of the fundamental British values. People in the UK are free to follow their own religion, or none, and should respect the rights of others to do the same.
Key facts
- ◆ Tolerance of different faiths and beliefs is a fundamental British value.
- ◆ People are free to follow any religion, or none at all.
- ◆ Everyone should treat others with respect.
- ◆ Discrimination because of religion or belief is against the law.