On 29 July, the new Labour Government announced its intention to introduce 20% VAT on school fees for all independent schools from 1 January 2025 and remove the relief on business rates, which will come into force in April 2025. The exact details of this policy are still being consulted by the government until 15 September, and the final details may not be announced until the Autumn budget in October. This is a pressing issue that requires our immediate attention. 
This is going to greatly…Source: https://adventist.uk/news/article/go/2024-09-05/2110/

At the recent European Pastors’ Council (EPC) held in Belgrade, Serbia, 27-31 August, a significant event where pastors from across Europe gathered to discuss and learn about various aspects of ministry, attendees were blessed to receive an event bag with various publications and promotional materials. Amongst these was a book captioned ‘How Jesus Treated Women – Value, Voice and Visibility’ (a Bible Study and colouring book) scripted by ten female authors who are Women’s Ministries Directors…Source: https://adventist.uk/news/article/go/2024-09-05/2109/

Cancer is a pressing challenge that significantly impacts lives in the UK. To address this urgent issue, One Vision charity has partnered with Macmillan Cancer Support to launch the Cancer Champions Programme in Watford and the Three Rivers District. This initiative is crucial in tackling health inequalities by reaching out to all community groups, especially underserved populations.
The Need for Community Cancer Champions
Each year, a staggering 393,000 people in the UK are diagnosed with…Source: https://adventist.uk/news/article/go/2024-09-05/2108/

On Tuesday, 23 July, Pastor Julian Thompson, a Biblical and Pastoral Studies lecturer at Newbold College of Higher Education, was conferred with a Doctorate in Theology from the University of Oxford. This remarkable milestone marked the culmination of a profound journey ignited by the guidance of his MA supervisor at Newbold, Dr Aulikki Nahkola.
Thompson received a full scholarship from the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) and initially worked with Professor John Barton, the former…Source: https://adventist.uk/news/article/go/2024-09-05/2107/

The British Union Conference (BUC) will host the State of the Union: Address, delivered by Pastor Eglan Brooks, President, on Sabbath 17 August at 5pm.  This address will be broadcast live on the BUC YouTube channel STATE OF THE UNION: ADDRESS (youtube.com) and will provide a comprehensive overview of the progress and continued  delivery of the BUC Strategic Plan. 
This will be a moderated event.  Workers and members will be able to engage in the conversation by sending questions…Source: https://adventist.uk/news/article/go/2024-08-13/rescheduled-state-of-the-union-address/