ABSTRACT
Social and cultural government policies in the United Kingdom (UK) in 2010 are currently in a state of flux due to the recent change of government. Early signs are that the new government might emphasise the economic aspects of the role of culture, as well as initially focus on the Olympics within that portfolio, although there are also indications that community cohesion may feature. This paper uses in-depth interviews with participants recruited at three music festivals in the UK to examine issues of social and cultural policy. To give added focus, the theoretical tool of social capital provides a lens through which to conduct the study.
