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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