Thank you for taking part in the 2024 Fabian Society membership survey

As we approach the next election and a potential Labour government, it is an exciting time to be part of the Fabian Society.


We want to make sure that our members have the chance to inform the Fabian Society's priorities, and that we offer you the opportunity to debate big political issues and engage in our work.


Completing this survey will help us understand our membership. We appreciate you taking the time to fill it in.

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* 1. Which of these do you value most from your membership? (select up to three from the list)

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* 2. Your views on the Fabian Society: do you agree or disagree with the following statements?

  Strongly agree Tend to agree Neither agree nor disagree Tend to disagree Strongly disagree
The cost of Fabian Society membership (including discounted membership) excludes too many people
The Fabian Society needs to do more to recognise the negative aspects of its own history
The Fabian Society has a close and influential relationship with the leadership of the Labour party
The membership of the Fabian Society is diverse and brings together people from all backgrounds
The Fabian Society has a strong nationwide presence and serves its members well across all parts of the UK
Fabian Society membership is good value for money
The Fabian Society is strongly committed to diversity, equality and inclusion for people from all backgrounds
The Fabian Society does not do enough to involve members in its work and ensure their voice is heard
The Fabian Society has a high profile in the media and receives a lot of coverage
The Fabian Society is too factional and should do more to welcome people from all parts of the British left
The Fabian Society is effective at influencing political and public debate
The Fabian Society presents a wide range of political viewpoints from across the British left
The Fabian Society’s fundraising practice is ethical and transparent

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* 3. You and the Fabian Society: do you agree or disagree with the following statements?

  Strongly agree Tend to agree Neither agree nor disagree Tend to disagree Strongly disagree
Within the Fabian Society I feel I am respected, valued and treated equally
I understand the aims and purpose of the Fabian Society
I think of myself as a Fabian
I would like more ways to get involved in the work of the Fabian Society
I get a lot out of my membership of the Fabian Society
The Fabian Society is a welcoming place for people like me

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* 4. What should be the top priorities of the Fabian Society over the next 3 or 4 years? (choose up to three)

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* 5. Under a Labour government, what balance should the Fabian Society strike between:

A great experience for our members Great ideas for Labour decision makers
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* 6. Under a Labour government, what balance should the Fabian Society strike between:

Long-term, big picture ideas Short-term, deliverable policies
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* 7. Under a Labour government, what balance should the Fabian Society strike between:

Challenging and scrutinising Labour Supporting and celebrating Labour
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* 8. Under a Labour government, what balance should the Fabian Society strike between:

Focusing narrowly on selected specialities Focusing broadly on all political and policy issues
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* 9. Under a Labour government, what balance should the Fabian Society strike between:

The UK government in Westminster Local & regional government and the devolved nations
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* 10. Under a Labour government, what balance should the Fabian Society strike between:

Creating platforms for future talent Securing the best established names
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* 11. Under a Labour government, what balance should the Fabian Society strike between:

Doing a few things very well A broad, diverse programme
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* 12. Is there anything the Fabian Society should do more of, or less of?

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* 13. Which political issues are you most interested in?

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* 14. Do you feel the Fabian Society programme is:

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* 15. Overall how do you rate the following Fabian Society outputs and activities?

  Very good Good Average Poor Very poor Don't know or not experienced
The Fabian website
The Fabian email newsletter
Fabian reports and pamphlets
The Fabian Review
The Fabians on social media
Fabian events
Fabian Society branding and design

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* 16. In the last year or so have you taken part in any Fabian Society activities run by our members? If so, how do you rate them?

  Very good Good Average Poor Very poor Don't know or not experienced
Fabian policy groups
The Young Fabians
Local Fabian Societies
Scottish Fabians
Welsh Fabians
Fabian Women's Network

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* 17. How likely would you to be to attend the following types of events, if the Fabian Society offered them more:

  Very likely Quite likely Neither likely nor unlikely Quite unlikely Very unlikely
1-2 hour events with a panel of speakers
1-2 hour events with just one prominent speaker
Weekend conferences
Events outside London
Events to launch Fabian reports and pamphlets
Short online meetings on a particular policy topic
Weekday conferences

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* 18. If we were to organise free online events (30-60 minutes) what times would best suit you?

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* 19. What was the best Fabian publication you remember seeing over the last few years?

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* 20. Please share any comments about the Fabian Review, pamphlets and reports.

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* 21. Do you receive the Fabian email newsletter?

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* 22. Most of our communication is sent by email. If you do not receive our email newsletter, please provide your name and email address here.

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* 23. We are currently commissioning a new website. What would make it better than our current website, or other sites you know well?

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* 24. How long have you been a member of the Fabian Society?

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* 25. Why did you join the Fabian Society?

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* 26. How did you hear about the Fabian Society?

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* 27. How active are you in the Fabian Society?

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* 28. What should the Fabian Society do to be more welcoming and inclusive to people from all backgrounds?

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* 29. Are you a member of the Labour party?

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* 30. If yes, how involved are you in the Labour party?

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* 31. Name the Labour party figure who best represents your views:

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* 32. Where do you live?

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* 33. Employment status

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* 34. How old are you?

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* 35. What is your gender?

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* 36. Does your gender identity match your sex as registered at birth?

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* 37. Do you consider yourself to have a disability or long-term health condition? (ie a physical or mental impairment with long term, substantial adverse effects on ability to perform day to day activities)

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* 38. What is your sexual orientation?

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* 39. What is your religion?

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* 40. What is your ethnicity?

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* 41. Highest educational qualification

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* 42. What is your annual income?

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* 43. Which of these occupational classes best describes your household (thinking about both current and former occupations, for you and the adults you live with)?

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* 44. Finally, do you currently make a regular monthly donation to the Fabian Society through our 'membership plus donation' scheme?

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