The role of Quakers in developing an ethical capitalism over the past three centuries was the subject of a talk by Mike King, author of the recently published book Quakernomics,…
The Quaker Tapestry Museum in Kendal has been named a ‘Hidden Gem’ by tourism body VisitEngland. The museum is one of just forty-six attractions in the country to receive a…
The Retreat’s Acorn Programme has been named the Independent Healthcare Apex Specialist Provider of the Year. The programme, at the York-based mental health facility, is an open,…
A Joseph Rowntree Foundation (JRF) report on the UK care home sector has called for fundamental change and an injection of humanity. The call follows a year-long personal enquiry…
Young Friends General Meeting (YFGM) has adopted two new concerns These are in two areas: opposing the renewal of the UK’s nuclear weapons programme, Trident, and supporting…
Friends House Moscow (FHM) has launched a Russian-language version of its website. Information on the new site, which uses the url quakers.ru, includes books translated as part of…
Quakers in Bridport held an international peace vigil as part of the Week of Prayer for World Peace. The vigil took place on Saturday 18 October in the recently established Peace…
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