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Our response to military intervention in Iran
Conscience is deeply alarmed by the ongoing US and Israeli military attacks on Iran. Airstrikes on major cities and threats of further escalation risk igniting a catastrophic regional war with devastating human consequences.
Jonathan Maunders
Feb 281 min read
85 Seconds to midnight: A warning we can’t ignore
On 27 January 2026, the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists set the clock to 85 seconds to midnight, representing the closest we have ever been to global catastrophe
Jonathan Maunders
Jan 282 min read
Winter pressures, NHS strikes, and what our taxes are for
As we send seasonal greetings, the NHS is facing acute winter pressure — with resident doctors in England set to strike 17–22 December.
This moment underlines why Conscience is needed more than ever: public money should protect life and build peace, not be diverted towards war and preparation for war.
Guest author
Dec 17, 20253 min read
Peace, not war: Why the UK must invest in peacebuilding
The UK likes to see itself as a force for peace and stability. Yet when we look at where our money goes, a very different picture emerges. Each year, Britain spends over £50 billion on defence, while just a tiny fraction of that is directed towards peacebuilding.
Jonathan Maunders
Oct 14, 20253 min read