TRANSFORMATION OF YOUTH CULTURE IN THE UNITED KINGDOM IN THE 21ST CENTURY

Abstract

This article provides a comprehensive and systematic analysis of the transformation of youth culture in the United Kingdom in the 21st century. The study examines the multifaceted impact of globalization, digital technologies, migration processes, social media, and political dynamics on contemporary youth cultural practices. Particular attention is devoted to the evolution of subcultures, the construction of multi-layered identities, issues of gender and ethnic diversity, and emerging forms of cultural expression mediated through digital platforms. The findings indicate that youth culture in the United Kingdom has undergone a significant shift from traditional, bounded forms toward a hybrid, fluid, and transnational configuration. The study contributes to ongoing debates in cultural studies and sociology by highlighting the increasing decentralization and digitalization of youth cultural production.