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Sobering. I think that our focus should now be on the way these existential threats converge and combine to accelerate.
New on the Blog: Larry Attree argues that Andy Burnham should query received wisdom on national security, and sets out five big shifts that the PM could make to reset UK security strategy in a sustainable direction. rethinkingsecurity.org.uk/2026/09/18/c...
Can Labour’s Reset Extend to National Security?
Three months into his premiership, Andy Burnham seems uncomfortable with growing domestic and international pressure to increase military spending. Larry Attree argues that the PM should query rece…
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bellacaledonia.org.uk/2025/11/27/p... Janet Fenton: " . . it is maybe time for Members of the Scottish Parliament to be outside Queen Elizabeth House on 29th of November, at 1.00 pm joining in with writing a placard saying ‘I support Palestine Action’. "
Police Scotland and Prosecuting Peace
The Scottish establishment’s response to the legal challenge offered on the proscription of Palestine Action is growing arms and legs. After not following up the Metroplitan police’s very un…
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www.youtube.com/watch?v=p3fy... Nuclear weapon convoy near Polmadie in Glasgow today, heading for the bomb store at Coulport on Loch Long, having set out from Burghfield in England where the warheads are assembled. Info about these dangerous convoys here www.nukewatch.org.uk/convoys/
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YouTube video by Jamie Watson
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securescotland.substack.com/p/welcoming-refugees Responding to the UK government's cruel refugee policies.
Welcoming Refugees
As Theresa May’s “hostile environment” hardens into Labour’s cruel environment this piece by Glyn Robbins captures perfectly the dread effect of these policies.
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Report "Smoke and Mirrors" from NIS and Nukewatch UK exposes the muddled and illogical thinking behind the UK decision to buy nuclear-weapon capable aircraft from the US. Essential reading. nuclearinfo.org/wp-content/u...
Our expert webinar on the risks and pitfalls of renuclearising the RAF takes place tomorrow. Register here: nuclearinfo-org.zoom.us/webinar/regi... @nuclearinfoservice.bsky.social @cnduk.bsky.social @scottishcnd.bsky.social @lakenheathalliance.bsky.social #nuclear #disarmament
nuclearinfo-org.zoom.us/webinar/regi... Not to be missed, this webinar on 11th November about the UK acquiring nuclear-weapon capable jets - another step-up in dangerous escalation.
Come along to the webinar we are organising with @Nuclearinfo on 11 November to find out why government plans to renuclearise the RAF are nothing more than political smoke and mirrors. nuclearinfo-org.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
UK gov, as party (however junior) to the recent summit must say out loud that the obscene blockage must end. Don't hold your breath.
sgr.org.uk/resources/us-nuclear-weapons-return-uk-ready-raf Handy from @responsiblesci.bsky.social re US nukes in England, noting their role in dangerous escalation. For how their presence was spotted see nukewatch.org.uk/second-nucle...
US nuclear weapons return to the UK ready for the RAF
The UK government has announced a new nuclear role for the Royal Air Force using US bombs and aircraft. Dr Philip Webber, SGR, explores the disturbing implications of this surprise announcement. Artic...
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Cheers @yorkshirecnd.bsky.social for exposing this. SU Department for the Advancement of Mass Killing. cnduk.org/the-universi...
The University of Sheffield's role in Britain's nuclear weapons - CND
Following revelations by the Sheffield Tribune detailing how the University of Sheffield is designing Britain’s next nuclear warhead, Yorkshire CND has been protesting. Sam Legg, Yorkshire CND Events ...
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www.navylookout.com/royal-navy-v... Excessive pressure on the crews plus the obvious and serious risk around having nuclear reactors, missiles and nuclear warheads on board old and decrepit boats
Royal Navy Vanguard-class submarine comes home after 203-day patrol - Navy Lookout
In what is becoming the new normal, an RN submarine returned to Faslane today after another lengthy patrol lasting more than six months, maintaining the nation's nuclear deterrent. This submarine left...
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These lorries carry the most deadly load on British roads, taking warheads to and from the atomic weapon factories Berkshire and Coulport on Loch Long. see nukewatch.org.uk
📢New event We see growing hostility & racism in our politics and streets, climate breakdown across the globe, and ongoing war & genocide. Competition & militarism are not the answer. Join our discussion on 08 October to share ideas for a counter-narrative. rethinkingsecurity.org.uk/home/events/
The UK's new trade strategy says it will continue inserting controversial corporate courts into its trade deals. Sign the petition: Call time on corporate courts. #StopISDS act.globaljustice.org.uk/petition-cal...
Petition: Call time on corporate courts
The UK's new trade strategy says it will continue inserting controversial corporate courts into its trade deals. At this very moment, the government is negotiating an investment treaty with India that...
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Songster Penny Stone on it re UK's shot at crushing Palestine Actions www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFLm...
Sometimes You Need a Hammer
YouTube video by penny stone
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Last week, I was grateful to discuss how we build a better, more inclusive & peaceful world: in the Scottish Parliament, with @caatuk.bsky.social, & at Aberdeen Uni. Taxpayers' money should not fund genocide, survivors of abuse deserve justice, immigration is good, & equality benefits everyone!
Tel Aviv won't sign up to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty because that would mean being open to inspection by the IAEA. a smelly dodge supported by US, UK (of course) and the increasingly warlike EU.
@astra.bsky.social Dear Astra could we chat with you about our new exhibition "Beyond Human Security", inspired by The Age of Insecurity (and by Wendy Brown)? David for Secure Scotland
" . . the UK government’s concept of security is not only not fit for purpose, it is based on making everyone and everything less and less safe." Our response to the UK Defence Review securescotland.substack.com/p/secure-sco...
SECURE SCOTLAND RESPONDS TO THE UK'S SDR
Time for a better conversation about what keeps us safe
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Amid all the "war footing" madness this is great. " It’s time for the UK to embrace a holistic security strategy that truly addresses the challenges of the 21st century." theguardian.com/commentisfre...
This is what Britain really needs to defend itself – and it doesn’t include spending billions on arms | Karen Bell
Spending should be focused on the immediate threats we face: underfunded public services and an escalating climate crisis, says Karen Bell, a professor of social and environmental justice
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Don't miss our webinar this Wednesday 21 May at 6pm, sharing stories of successful people- and planet-centred cooperation initiatives towards a better world. More details and register: rethinkingsecurity.org.uk/home/events/
Events
Upcoming So-called ‘national security’ is undermining sustainable security when it comes to human, community and ecological needs. This webinar will bring together success stories from those direct…
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Our response to this government white paper on immigration
