Free publications about the UK

The Communications Team offers the following free downloadable publications to school children, teachers, students, professionals and journalists in the Netherlands seeking general or specific information about Britain. All publications are in English.

Some hard copy publications may be ordered by e-mailing a request to the Communications Officer at ukinnl@fco.gov.uk. Please be sure to include your name, address, telephone number and the full names of the publications you would like to receive. Unfortunately due to limited resources, we are not able to fulfil all requests (please use the downloadable PDFs below) We regret to inform you that we will only be able to send publications within the Netherlands. Processing your request for free publications can take up to 15 working days.

To download publications you will need to have Adobe Reader installed on your computer, which you can download from www.adobe.com free of charge.

• United Kingdom, a modern tradition
  From the visual and modern arts to the inventiveness of designers and scientists, the United Kingdom is a traditional country looking forward (hard copy)
• Muslims of Britain (hard copy)
  
• Insight UK: Northern Ireland, Scotland & Wales
  Lively and informative 4-page booklet with information on population, government, culture and economy of each area.
  Download this publication  (PDF 537,84 KB)
• Insight UK: young people in Britain
  4-page booklet offering insight into the opportunities, attitudes, fads and fashions of young people between the age of 10 to 20 in the UK. Contains information about home life, school and the job market. Not available in hard copy.
  Download this publication online  (PDF 135,76 KB)
• Insight UK: religion
  Short introduction into the various religions practiced in the UK. Not available in hard copy.
  Download this publication online  (PDF 146,46 KB)  
• Insight UK: industry
  Brief introduction into Britain's various industries. Not available in hard copy.
  Download this publication online  (PDF 151,82 KB)  
• Insight UK: health & social welfare services
  This booklet describes the National Health Service, personal social services and social security and acknowledges the invaluable role of voluntary work and the emergency services. Not available in hard copy.
  Download this publication online  (PDF 139,89 KB)  
• Insight UK: education & training
  Information about education in the UK. Not available in hard copy.
  Download this publication online  (PDF 138,85 KB)  
• Insight UK: System of Government
  Describes the role of the monarchy, the Westminster Parliament, devolved powers in Scotland & Wales, local government, Britain and the EU, the legal system and the civil service. No longer available in hard copy.
  Download this publication online  (PDF 134,79 KB)  
• Insight UK: the Arts
  Covers dance, music, drama, literature and the roles of both government and business in the arts. No longer available in hard copy.
  Download this publication online  (PDF 153,70 KB)  
• Insight UK: Ethnic Diversity
  Explains how ethnic diversity has enriched British society and how disadvantaged groups are being tackled. No longer available in hard copy.
  Download this publication online  (PDF 167,22 KB)  
• Insight UK: People
  All aspects of life for people living and working in Britain, e.g. life expectancy, population details, and lifestyle. No longer available in hard copy.
  Download this publication online  (PDF 161,71 KB)  
• Insight UK: Monarchy
  Download this publication online  (PDF 135,59 KB)  
• Insight UK: Elections (not available in hard copy.
  Download this publication online  (PDF 120,10 KB)  
• Insight UK: Crime and Justice (not available in hard copy.
  Download this publication online  (PDF 138,05 KB)  
• Insight UK: Passing Legislation (not available in hard copy)
  Download this publication online  (PDF 117,37 KB)  

!nspire and In-City offer a colourful range of folders and booklets on a variety of British topics:

In-City
As the name suggests, In-City looks at all aspects of life in the capitals of England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Sharp, interesting photographs and manageable text describes life in London, Cardiff, Edinburgh and Belfast.

It is only possible to download the In-City publications online. They are not available in hard copy.

• In-City: London  (PDF 449,13 KB)  
• In-City: Cardiff  (PDF 414,74 KB)  
• In-City: Edinburgh  (PDF 396,13 KB)  
• In-City: Belfast  (PDF 448,06 KB)  

!nspire
British culture is the inspiration for our !nspire series:

• Literature & Poetry
  This !nspire title outlines the success of Harry Potter, looks at the increased interest in the prestigious Man Booker Prize and details the supportive work of the Poetry Society. (not available in hard copy)
  Download this publication online  (PDF 129 KB)  
• UK Theatre
  The UK has always had an enviable reputation for theatre. But it doesn’t just offer some of the best theatre in the world, but also the widest possible variety. This !nspire title provides a comprehensive outline of UK Theatre. (not available in hard copy)
  Download this publication online  (PDF 110 KB)