Wednesday, 24 June 2009

Are You Happy?

No, then it’s your own fault for not living in Richmond. http://www.guardian.co.uk/society/2009/jun/23/richmond-on-thames-happy-survey When I looked at the full survey http://www.communities.gov.uk/documents/statistics/doc/1262536.doc I noticed that there was a question about volunteering, where people were asked if they had given unpaid help to any groups, clubs or organisations, at least once per month in the previous 12 months. Across England, 23% said they had, with no great variation between regions. Although this result is in line with other surveys, I have trouble believing it; I don't think I know anyone who volunteers for anything. Is it just the people I know?

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