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Growing call to recognise civilians on Remembrance Day, amidst record conflict deaths worldwide

Joint press release by Every Casualty Counts and Peace Pledge Union

Green Party MP Carla Denyer at last year's National Alternative Remembrance Ceremony, with comedian and PPU member Kate Smurthwaite

Green Party leadership steps up support for the white poppy

Senior figures in the Green Party have voiced their support for the white poppy, highlighting its message of peace and inclusive remembrance as they take part in remembrance events across the UK this Remembrance Sunday.

BBC under pressure to make white poppies available to staff alongside red poppies

The BBC is facing questions after removing white poppies from its main reception in Broadcasting House, despite previously stating that staff are free to wear remembrance poppies “of any colour”.

Setting the Record Straight on White Poppies

It's that time of year again. In the run up to Remembrance Day, the white poppy sometimes comes under attack from military figures, some politicians and certain sections of the media.

Mark Rylance to speak at white poppy ceremony marking rising civilian casualties in war

This Remembrance Sunday, acclaimed actor Sir Mark Rylance will speak at the national white poppy ceremony in London.

Wear a white poppy, remember all victims of war

Statement by the Peace Pledge Union

Protesting the DSEI arms fair and remembering victims of the arms trade

As arms dealers queued to enter one of the world's largest weapons fairs in London last week (the euphemistically titled Defence and Security Equipment International, or DSEI), they were greeted with a remembrance ceremony for all the victims of their deadly trade.

Vigil at DSEI Arms Fair - 11th September

One of the world's largest arms fairs, DSEI, takes place in London next week, on 9-12th September. Amid global instability and conflict, arms dealers will gather to make deals that benefit the few at the expense of both people and planet.

Profiting from War, Punishing the Survivors

The UK is one of the world’s biggest arms dealers, profiting from wars that drive millions from their homes. But when those displaced seek safety here, they are dehumanised and branded as ‘illegal’.

Pacifist Action

At the beginning of July 2025, the UK parliament voted overwhelmingly to proscribe the direct action protest group, Palestine Action, under the Terrorism Act 2000. As a result, any statement judged to be expressing support could lead to arrest and imprisonment.

PPU attends Woodcraft Folk's centenary 'Camp 100'

The PPU was honoured to be invited to contribute to the Woodcraft Folk centenary camp – Camp 100 – held at the end of July and beginning of August 2025.

Russian conscientious objectors meet with UK peace campaigners

On 3rd July 2025, peace campaigners from around the UK held an online discussion with Russian conscientious objectors (COs) who are refusing to fight in the war in Ukraine.

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