People and Power

August 11, 2011

Riots: looking towards underlying causes

Riots and looting have left large parts of Tottenham wrecked. The homes and possessions of some in this already disadvantaged area have gone up in smoke, and others may lose their livelihoods. As has now been extensively reported, other parts of London, and cities elsewhere in England, have also been hit.
August 10, 2011

Opposing the use of water cannon

David Cameron announced this morning that water cannon will be available to London police at 24 hours' notice. It comes straight after a YouGov poll out today finding 9 out of 10 British people saying police should be able to use water cannon.
August 10, 2011

Faith groups work to heal riot-scarred English neighborhoods

Many faith communities in England are working together on the front line this week after several days of rioting across the country.
August 9, 2011

London at a crossroads

Home Secretary Theresa May made an almost throwaway comment on Radio 4’s Today Programme this morning - that we have a tra
August 8, 2011

London riots leave 'horrendous damage' in their wake

Christian leaders, including the minister of St Mark’s Methodist Church in the High Road, are offering practical community support after the Tottenham riots.
August 8, 2011

A better society is the people's work, says Salmond

Working for a better society depends on ordinary people - not just political, civic and faith leaders - standing up to injustice, Alex Salmond says.
August 7, 2011

Conversation is the foundation of lasting peace, says bishop

Conversation, which is a cornerstone of human relationships, is crucial to achieving peace in a world of conflict and injustice, says Bishop Brian Smith.
August 7, 2011

Edinburgh festival season invited to 'reawaken a spirit of peace'

Edinburgh's Festival season is not just a 'commercial jamboree', but an an opportunity to recapture the vision of peace in the human community.
August 7, 2011

Quakers commit to low-carbon footprint and environmental future

Every Quaker in Britain will be urged and supported to reduce their carbon footprint, under a plan adopted by the Annual Yearly Meeting.
August 6, 2011

Governments of the Americas urged to respect indigenous rights

Amnesty has urged governments in the Americas to stop giving development projects priority over Indigenous Peoples’ rights and dignity.