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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.

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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.

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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’.

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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 at Woodcraft Folk Camp 100

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.

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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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