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Meeting house features in story of faith
13 April 2018
Walkers on the Dales Way in the Yorkshire National Park come across Farfield Quaker Meeting House unexpectedly, treasuring a place for quiet, unhurried contemplation. This week, Historic England has recognised its historic significance.
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Quakers oppose military action in Syria
12 April 2018
Quakers in Britain are urging the UK government not to take military action in Syria and to work for peace instead. Their statement reads:
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Gaza killings should be investigated, say Quakers
6 April 2018
Amid ongoing violence in Gaza, Quakers in Britain have made this statement:
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Christian leaders urge support for nuclear ban treaty
20 February 2018
A debate today in the House of Lords could be the first step towards the UK government signing a Treaty to rid the world of nuclear weapons.
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Marking 60 years of CND
16 February 2018
On 17 February 2018 the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament turns 60. It marks 60 years of campaigning against nuclear weapons.
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Peace activists cleared of obstructing arms fair
7 February 2018
Peace activists have been found not guilty of charges arising from blockading the world's largest arms fair held last year by Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEi) in East London.