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Russian conscientious objector demands asylum rights for those refusing to fight in Ukraine

Today on International Conscientious Objectors’ Day, a Russian conscientious objector (CO) is calling on the UK and other European countries to grant asylum to those who refuse to fight in the war against Ukraine.

Peace Pledge Union - AGM 2025

We are excited to announce our AGM will take place on 14th June, 11am - 5pm, online and at the PPU office.

PPU VE Day Statement extract

VE Day 80: Don't misuse the past to push for more militarism today

British pacifists, along with many others, are commemorating the 80th anniversary of VE Day today. They argue that this is an occasion for reflection and learning from the past, and warn against using it to bolster support for current militaristic policies.

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Ten reasons why the UK should not increase military spending

Keir Starmer has pledged to increase the UK’s military budget to 2.5% of GDP by 2027. UK politicians and military figures are already pushing the government to go further, urging increases to 3% or higher - whilst Trump is pressuring NATO members to reach 5%.

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The British Armed Forces should be investigated for abuse, not given further funding

Peace campaigners are calling on the UK government to hold the British Armed Forces to account for systemic abuse within their ranks and to halt planned rises in military spending.

Peace Pledge Union releases new strategy

The Peace Pledge Union (PPU) is the UK's oldest secular pacifist organisation. Ninety years ago, the PPU was founded when Dick Sheppard put out a call for people to sign the Peace Pledge. Signing the Pledge remains the basis of PPU membership to this day:

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