Quakers in Scotland and ForcesWatch are presenting a petition to The Scottish Parliament on Th
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Church representatives reflect on Brexit
Quakers were among seven member churches of Action of Chuches Together in Scotland who met in Edinburgh on Monday 4th July to share initial thoughts, questions and concerns over the UK’s withdrawal from the European Union.
Scottish Local Authorities and their investment in the arms trade
Common Weal South Lanarkshire sent a series of freedom of information requests to local authroities in Scotland to assess the extent of their investment in the arms trade.
Scottish Quakers visit Brussels
Pamala McDougall and Joyce Taylor report on their visit to Brussels from 5th to 7th April as part of an Action of Churches Together in Scotland (ACTS) delegation to the European Commission.
What can Quakers do about militarism?
What can Quakers do about Militarism: a workshops across the UK in May to explore how Friends can increase public awareness, debate and scrutiny of militarisation in society.
Report on the event at the Scottish Parliament to mark 100 years since the Military Service Act
This event, organised by Mairi Campbell- Jack the Scottish Quaker Parliamentary Engagement Officer on behalf of Quakers in Scotland, was hosted by Patrick Harvie MSP.
2016 Scottish Election: A Guide for Quakers
The 2016 Scottish Election Guide for Quakers in now online.
Petition on Military Visits to Scotland’s Schools
The Scottish Government is being urged to investigate the way the armed forces operate in secondary schools and strike a “new deal” for children.
Quakers mark century of the right to refuse to kill
In the midst of World War I, Quakers worked to ensure the recognition of the right to refuse to kill.
Challenging militarism: Alternative approaches to building security
Before the UK General Election, the Northern Friends Peace Board produced a short leaflet encouraging candidates to build security through non-military means.
Quakers respond to terrorism
As Parliament prepares to debate next steps in Syria, Quakers in Britain have made this statement.
White poppies and remembrance
In the run up to Remembrance Day Quakers, along with many others, will be wearing white poppies.