First, the change of life.
In Britain, adults spend an average of 22 hours a week on full-time jobs or full-time education, and as much time on housework. However, among the people engaged in housework, women are still the highest sex, but more and more women are beginning to participate in this work. According to the latest statistics of the National Bureau of Statistics, the proportion of women participating in the work is 45%. In the non-manual labor sector, women account for half, while in the service industry, women account for more than half.
In recent years, great changes have taken place in the consumption pattern of British families. Residents' spending on entertainment and education is increasing. Its expenditure content is to buy durable goods such as radios, televisions, telephones and computers. At the same time, this part of consumption is also used to rent video recorders and music tapes, buy cultural and sports supplies and invest in education. In other words, the lifestyle of the British people now pays more attention to the quality of life, pursues spiritual enjoyment and gradually gets rid of bad habits, such as smoking and drinking.
Second, pursue a simple and comfortable life.
A suit can be called the national costume of Britain. However, although office workers wear suits, even on important occasions, men wear tuxedos and women wear low-cut evening dresses, many ordinary people like to wear casual clothes every day, which is simple and comfortable.
British people's eating habits are also relatively simple, focusing on nutrition. Breakfast is usually cereal with milk or a glass of juice, buttered toast, bacon or fried sausage and eggs. At noon, children have lunch at school, and adults buy a sandwich and a cup of coffee for lunch near their workplace. Only on weekends do British people have a big dinner. Usually the main course is meat, such as roast chicken, roast beef and grilled fish. There are many kinds of vegetables, such as cabbage, fresh peas, potatoes and carrots. Vegetables are generally not processed, put on a plate, poured with ready-made spices bought from the supermarket and eaten. There are always digestible desserts after the main course, such as boiled fruit, fruit pudding, cheese, ice cream and so on.
Third, parks and green spaces.
Britain has a mild and humid climate, which is suitable for the growth of all kinds of flowers and trees all year round. In the process of urban planning, the government has specially planned a large area of green space or park in almost every living area for people to rest or take a walk, and to provide space for children to play. Because it is rainy and foggy in winter, the sunshine in summer is especially precious to the British. On sunny weekends and holidays, parks and beaches are full of sunbathers, and it is a fashion for British people to tan and shine.
Fourth, do it yourself.
British people like to repair their houses, make furniture, decorate their rooms, trim their gardens, and even make their own ceramic crafts on weekends and holidays. They can do almost anything. This is not only for economic reasons, but also as one of the ways to cultivate personal skills, cultivate personal sentiment and relax. You can make your room more comfortable and personalized by doing it yourself.
Five, love sports
According to the latest data from the National Bureau of Statistics, 72% of male citizens and 57% of female citizens have participated in at least one sport within four weeks. The proportion of teenagers participating in extracurricular sports activities is high. In many sports, cycling, playing football, playing tennis, swimming and roller skating are the common hobbies of many men and women, and walking two miles or more every day has always been a popular sport.
Sixth, colorful holidays.
It is essential for most British people to go on holiday every year, no matter how long it takes, whether at home or abroad. In addition to traveling, British people's entertainment and leisure programs on weekends, bank festivals, Easter and other holidays are more colorful. Elegant cinemas, concert halls, opera houses and summer open-air concerts have prepared various programs for people of different classes, ages and tastes. A large number of museums and places of interest provide people with the best leisure places.
Seven, hungry readers
There are about 5,000 libraries and reading rooms (including more than 300 professional libraries and academic libraries) on the land of 242,500 square kilometers in Britain. No matter day or night, the library is often packed. People who borrow books, consult materials, browse newspapers and write articles include students, the elderly, company employees and even workers.
Eight, the world of "Card"
Modern British people can't live without cards: credit cards, charge cards, store shopping cards, car gas cards, security doors, magnetic cards, telephone cards and so on.
Nine, developed network
Today, there are more than 300 Internet service providers in the UK, and there are130,000 Internet users in the UK, accounting for 22% of the total population, far higher than other major European countries. In 2003, among the major European countries, the annual growth rate of Internet was 280% in Britain, 220% in Denmark, 265,438+05% in France, 265,438+00% in the Netherlands, 200% in Germany and Norway, 65,438+085% in Spain and 65,438+in Sweden. British people often say that the British economy has become a network-oriented network economy. In fact, the Internet has already penetrated into all aspects of British economic life. Compared with the major countries in Europe and America, the Internet access rate in Britain is 90% in middle schools and 68% in primary schools. At present, the online rate of SMEs in European countries is 53%, while the online rate of SMEs in the UK is as high as 68%. Today, the network connection rate of British companies has reached the world-class level.