Manifesto of the New Universal Balance Party

This evolving manifesto is adapted from the conception relating to an earlier formulation by Mr Abhishek Prasad based on Singularity of Existence (https://www.thenewclimateformankind.com/post/a-new-charter-for-humanity-by-abhishek-prasad-of-india )

UNIVERSAL BALANCE PARTY FOR A “A FAIRER, CALMER, GREENER AND SPIRITUAL UNITED KINGDOM”

Universal Balance Party (UBP) – Full Draft Manifesto (2026–2031)

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This manifesto is written in clear, professional British-English, structured in a format familiar to UK voters, journalists, policymakers, and the Electoral Commission.

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CONTENTS

1. Introduction: Why Britain Needs Balance

2. Our Vision

3. Democracy & Good Governance

4. The Economy & Public Finances

5. Work, Enterprise & Innovation

6. Education, Skills & Young People

7. Health, Social Care & Wellbeing

8. Justice, Safety & Community

9. Immigration & Integration

10. Environment, Energy & Rural Life

11. Families, Equality & Social Cohesion

12. Global Britain & International Responsibility

13. Devolution, Local Power & Regional Renewal

14. Conclusion: A Balanced Future for the United Kingdom

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1. INTRODUCTION: WHY UNITED KINGDOM NEEDS BALANCE

United Kingdom stands at an important moment in its history.

We are a resilient nation with strong institutions, a proud democratic tradition and a diverse, creative society. Yet in recent years, politics has become deeply polarised.

Universal Balance Party (UBP) believes the UK needs a new approach—one based on steadiness, fairness, good sense, spirituality and unity all in balance.

Our politics should reflect the values of the British people: honesty, moderation, respect for one another, and pride in our communities.

This manifesto sets out a practical, evidence-based plan for a fairer, calmer, greener and spiritual Britain.

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2. OUR VISION

A United Kingdom where:

• Truth and transparency underpin political decisions.

• Communities feel safe, connected and supported.

• The economy grows responsibly and sustainably.

• Public services are efficient, fair and trustworthy.

• Families feel secure, and opportunity expands for every child.

• Britain plays a constructive, principled role in the world.

Our Guiding Principles

• Truth in public life

• Balance in decision-making

• Unity across communities

• Stewardship of the environment

• Respect for Britain’s diversity and traditions

• Responsibility in citizenship

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3. DEMOCRACY & GOOD GOVERNANCE

The UK’s democracy works best when it is open, accountable and trusted.

UBP will:

• Introduce a Public Integrity Standard requiring evidence-based policymaking and transparent communication from ministers and public bodies.

• Strengthen the Ministerial Code, making breaches enforceable through an independent body.

• Increase the powers of select committees to scrutinise government decisions.

• Improve the Freedom of Information process for faster, clearer disclosures.

• Review the UK’s constitutional framework for clarity and long-term stability, without rushing into radical change.

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4. THE ECONOMY & PUBLIC FINANCES

A strong economy is built on stability, innovation and responsible spending.

UBP will:

• Deliver a 10-year National Prosperity Plan focused on green growth, modern infrastructure, and innovation.

• Simplify the tax system to reduce loopholes and complexity.

• Crack down on wasteful government spending through an Efficiency & Accountability Office.

• Support balanced budgets over the economic cycle, avoiding both reckless cuts and unsustainable borrowing.

• Protect the UK’s credit rating and long-term financial stability.

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5. WORK, ENTERPRISE & INNOVATION

Our economy thrives when workers, small businesses and innovators succeed.

UBP will:

• Reduce burdens on small businesses with simplified reporting and fairer regulation.

• Expand training grants for digital skills, green technologies and technical professions.

• Create a British Innovation Fund to support start-ups in clean tech, AI, life sciences and advanced manufacturing.

• Strengthen workers’ rights to fair contracts, safe workplaces and predictable hours.

• Promote regional enterprise zones to stimulate job growth outside London and the South East.

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6. EDUCATION, SKILLS & YOUNG PEOPLE

Education should prepare young people not just for exams, but for life.

UBP will:

• Reform curricula to strengthen critical thinking, digital literacy, financial literacy and mental wellbeing.

• Expand apprenticeships and employer partnerships for 16–24-year-olds.

• Increase investment in vocational colleges and technical institutes.

• Protect arts, music and sport in schools, recognising their value to society.

• Ensure every child has access to counselling and pastoral support.

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7. HEALTH, SOCIAL CARE & WELLBEING

Our NHS and care services are under pressure and require thoughtful, long-term improvement.

UBP will:

• Train and retain more doctors, nurses and healthcare professionals with targeted incentives.

• Expand mental health services, especially early support for young people.

• Modernise GP and hospital infrastructure through digital transformation.

• Integrate health and social care to reduce delays in discharge and treatment.

• Support informal carers with improved financial and respite assistance.

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8. JUSTICE, SAFETY & COMMUNITY

A fair society depends on a justice system that is effective and trusted.

UBP will:

• Modernise the courts with digital case management to cut delays.

• Strengthen support for victims of crime, including faster communications and clear rights.

• Provide community policing with stable, long-term funding.

• Expand rehabilitation programmes proven to reduce reoffending.

• Ensure prisons prioritise safety, reform and accountability.

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9. IMMIGRATION & INTEGRATION

Britain has long welcomed new citizens who contribute to our society.

TBP supports controlled migration paired with strong support for integration.

UBP will:

• Maintain firm but fair immigration controls.

• Offer integration support: English language training, skills recognition and community orientation.

• Invest in areas experiencing rapid population changes.

• Protect Britain’s cultural identity and civic values.

• Streamline legal migration pathways for key skills and humanitarian needs.

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10. ENVIRONMENT, ENERGY & RURAL LIFE

Climate change threatens health, security and future generations.

UBP will:

• Expand offshore wind, solar and tidal energy to strengthen energy independence.

• Support farmers with sustainable agriculture grants.

• Improve air quality with clean transport investments.

• Protect national parks, rivers and biodiversity.

• Create thousands of green jobs across all regions.

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11. FAMILIES, EQUALITY & SOCIAL COHESION

Families are the heart of a strong society.

UBP will:

• Expand affordable childcare provision.

• Improve maternity and paternity support.

• Promote flexible working options.

• Strengthen protections against discrimination.

• Support interfaith and intercultural community projects.

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12. GLOBAL BRITAIN & INTERNATIONAL RESPONSIBILITY

Britain has a proud tradition of diplomacy, humanitarian leadership and global cooperation.

UBP will:

• Champion peaceful conflict resolution and strong alliances.

• Ensure transparency in humanitarian aid.

• Advocate for global environmental agreements.

• Support ethical supply chains and human rights protections.

• Promote UK innovation and culture abroad.

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13. DEVOLUTION, LOCAL POWER & REGIONAL RENEWAL

Local communities should have more control over their future.

UBP will:

• Expand local decision-making powers where there is public support.

• Increase investment in towns, high streets and rural areas.

• Improve transport connectivity between regions.

• Support community-owned services and local enterprise.

• Reform local government funding to be more predictable and fair.

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14. CONCLUSION: A BALANCED FUTURE FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM

UBP offers a new kind of politics:

sensible, respectful, evidence-led and rooted in the British tradition of fairness and spirituality.

We believe that together—across communities, regions and nations—we can create:

• A stronger economy

• A cleaner environment

• A more trusted political system

• A Britain united by common purpose

This is our offer to the country.

This is the path to a fairer, calmer, greener and spiritual Britain.