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Child poverty: faith leaders call for decisive action

38 senior faith leaders from the five major faith groups represented in the UK – including representatives of the Baptist, Methodist and United Reformed Churches – have written to the Prime Minister and Chancellor, urging them to “act now to … Continue reading

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Child poverty: tell your MP it’s time for action

Levels of child poverty in the UK are rising, and set to continue rising. 4.5 million children are currently growing up without access to the essentials of life. But we believe that should and can change. “The impact of growing … Continue reading

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Impact of immigration changes on Hong Kong BNO visa holders

In recent years, thousands of Hongkongers have made the UK their home under the British National (Overseas) visa scheme, launched in 2021. Many have found welcome, friendship, and belonging within our church communities. However, proposals in the recent Immigration White … Continue reading

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New Christian Aid films to bring voices of Palestinians closer to church communities

International development agency Christian Aid has been working with church leaders and campaigners to produce a series of resources to help tackle the long-standing and “too difficult” issues around Israel and the occupied Palestinian territory. The three short films bring … Continue reading

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We could reduce child poverty by half a million

Child poverty has steadily increased over the past 15 years, but it is clear how that trend can be reversed. It requires government and institutions to prioritise poverty reduction, and a significant financial investment in measures that will have an … Continue reading

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URC grants help holiday clubs thrive

Did you know you can apply for grants to assist you in holiday clubs, uniform groups and for general child/ youth work. It can sometimes be tricky to know how to resource an event or venture that has a missional … Continue reading

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Insulting the disabled…again

Last month the Leader of the Opposition gave a speech about disability benefits that resurrected the discredited “Skiver v Striver” rhetoric of 15 years ago. This time it is “Makers v Takers”, a slogan which she did not make, but … Continue reading

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Gaza – Calls for Change

The Church of Scotland, United Reformed Church, Methodist Church and Baptist Union have each called for change in light of the worsening treatment of people in Gaza. Each of the statements note our duty to speak out, witnesses to the … Continue reading

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URC helps petition government on climate

Eighteen Christian organisations, including the United Reformed Church, have called on the Prime Minister and the Secretary of State for Energy Secruity and Net Zero, to abandon fossil fuels. In a joint letter, signed by Catriona Wheeler, URC General Assembly … Continue reading

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For Goodness Sake! What’s the plan?

Are you wondering what’s going to happen at our 2025 Justice Conference For Goodness Sake!? Speaker announcements are winding their way to you but, for now, here’s a sneak peak of what you can expect on the day: Morning Welcome … Continue reading

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