Newsletter 121 October 2020
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Dear friends
Many things have changed across the country and world in the
last month. We have been grateful for the community that has continued to grow
around our daily online prayers, as we have held the world amidst these changes
before God. As we continue to Stay & Pray, we hope this will be a support
and encouragement.
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Less than two weeks ago we launched our new campaign Reset The
Debt, and we have been delighted by the support and attention it has received.
In this month’s newsletter, you can find updates and calls to action, on Reset
The Debt and other campaigns.
As always, we are pleased to hear of your work
locally and nationally, so do get in touch at enquries@jointpublicissues.org.uk.
Every Blessing
Hannah & the JPIT team
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Over the last 12 days, over half of UK MPs have been
contacted about Reset The Debt. Over 650 of you have taken action, and we are
beginning to build a picture of the response across parliament and wider
society.
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If you haven’t written to your MP on #ResetTheDebt, take
action now.
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This weekend, could you write to your MP calling for them to
support the refugee family reunion amendment to the Immigration Bill?
The amendment has returned to the Commons, and will be
debated on Monday 19th October.
We need your urgent support to mobilise action on this
essential bill.
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Nestle confirms
Fairtrade KitKat decision
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Despite a widely supported and passionate campaign over the summer,
the world’s largest food company, Nestlé, has confirmed its June 2020 decision
to drop the Fairtrade Mark from KitKat chocolate bars. Meg writes about what
this means for farmers, and how we can continue to take action.
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Integrated review of security, defence and development
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Lucy explores JPIT’s submission to the Government’s Integrated
review of security, defence and development, the largest review of these areas
since the end of the Cold War.
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Women call for peace in Cameroon
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On
21 September, International Day of Peace, women from a wide coalition of
churches in Cameroon released a statement calling for an immediate ceasefire
after violent conflict in the Anglophone region.
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The JPIT Team met online this week, to reflect and plan for
the coming year. We’re excited to keep exploring our Six Hopes for Society,
and equipping our churches to act for change.
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We’re
excited that the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons is only 3 states
away from ratification! This is an exciting turning point for campaigners.
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A Just Transition for
Scotland’s Housing – Hosted by Eco-Congregation Scotland and Stirling Methodist
Church – Have your say on
the future of Scotland’s housing, moving to net-zero emissions and tackling
fuel poverty through a Just Transition. Register here.
Housing
Justice – Could you take on the 1K challenge for Housing Justice? Find out more
here.
Annual Chichester Quaker Peace Lecture – No Climate Justice,
No Peace, with Molly Scott Cato, Quaker, former MEP and Green Economist –
Wednesday 11th November, 5:30pm. Register here.
Justice and Peace Scotland – An evening hearing from
inspirational people serving on the frontline of the UK’s hostile border
environment – Tuesday 27th October @ 7.45pm – 9pm. Sign up on Eventbrite.
Money Makes Change Pledge – Explore how your church can use your money to shape a fairer, more sustainable world. Discover the pledge here.
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