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Quaker work on conflict minerals reaches UK parliament
23 May 2024
Help ensure the people of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) benefit from the minerals mined in their own country, Quakers urged in parliament last week.
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Quakers challenge militarised responses to climate change
21 May 2024
The UK government must prioritise global security over narrow national interests, Quakers in Britain have urged in evidence to a parliamentary enquiry.
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Poignant ceremony marks International Conscientious Objectors’ Day
15 May 2024
Quakers and others marked International Conscientious Objectors' Day on 15 May at the annual ceremony of remembrance in Tavistock Square.
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Scottish faith leaders unite for climate action
15 May 2024
Quakers in Scotland gathered with 30 others, including faith leaders, scientists, and conservationists last week to collectively declaring the moral and scientific imperative to tackle the climate crisis.
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Honour your heritage by ending investment in arms to Israel, Quakers urge Barclays Bank
9 May 2024
As Barclays Bank holds its AGM on Thursday, 9 May, Quakers urge them to stop investing in companies supplying arms to Israel.
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Joint statement on Rafah incursion
8 May 2024
Quakers in Britain has joined 30 other charities calling on the UK government to take meaningful action to stop any further attacks on Rafah by the Israeli military.