by Staff Writer | Nov 7, 2023 | Briefing
PEACE campaigners and white poppy wearers have rejected Rishi Sunak’s criticism of demonstrations planned for 11 November, saying his comments are, “a threat to peaceful protest and against the true spirit of Remembrance Day”. Mr. Sunak has said the...
by Staff Writer | Nov 5, 2023 | Briefing
THE Peace Pledge Union has launched its annual white poppy campaign, with the release of a statement in which it says: “When so many people in positions of power are distorting, belittling or dehumanising the suffering of others, it is vital that we remember...
by Staff Writer | Oct 20, 2023 | Briefing
A POWERFUL new outdoor photography exhibition tells the stories of individuals, organisations, and communities across the UK who are welcoming people who have been forced to flee their homes in other countries. “The stories in this exhibition are truly inspiring”,...
by Staff Writer | Oct 19, 2023 | Briefing
THE Catholic Union and Caritas Social Action Network (CSAN) have called for children and families to be the focus of the Chancellor’s Autumn Statement on Wednesday 22 November. The two groups have called on the Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, to consider changes to the...
by Staff Writer | Oct 17, 2023 | Briefing
NEW research for Age UK reveals almost a third (29 per cent) of over 60s, equivalent to 4.2 million people, have recently cut back on food or groceries to make ends meet, rising to 40 per cent of people aged 60+ living in a household with an income of £20k or lower. ...
