Tag Archives: Gaza

The Bishop of Leeds contributed on Israel and Gaza

Posted on April 3, 2024 by ianchisnall

Last Tuesday on 26th March there was a session in the House of Lords in the afternoon that focused on the Israel and Gaza subject and it was organised by a Government Minister who is Tariq Ahmad. A number of … Continue reading →

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We must look beyond our own shores

Posted on August 22, 2018 by ianchisnall

In the last 24 hours two British senior politicians from both sides of the House of Commons with clear responsibility for our role overseas have been raising concerns about internal aspects of our nation and it is clear that both … Continue reading →

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Four months of death, injuries and destruction in Gaza

Posted on August 11, 2018 by ianchisnall

According to this report from the United Nations, in the last 4 months since the end of March a significant number of people in Gaza have been killed and 100 times as many have been injured. The need for our … Continue reading →

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A clear and simple call for Peace at Easter

Posted on April 1, 2018 by ianchisnall

It is easy to find the many Easter messages emanating from Churches around the world on social media this morning, and no doubt there will also be some from political leaders as the day proceeds. It is of course important … Continue reading →

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Prepare for 9 months silence

Posted on August 6, 2014 by ianchisnall

The resignation statement from Sayeeda Warsi on twitter yesterday read “With deep regret I have this morning written to the Prime Minister & tendered my resignation. I can no longer support Govt policy on #Gaza.” Although some commentators have questioned if the Government actually … Continue reading →

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A time for consistent responses

Posted on July 31, 2014 by ianchisnall

The appearance of David and Theresa at a flat in Slough, and the war in Gaza and debate over both events show that our world desperately needs some consistency. It is one of the reason why those of us who do get … Continue reading →

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I predict a recall

Posted on July 27, 2014 by ianchisnall

The idea that Parliament may be recalled during this Summers recess is not one I can claim is an original thought. Others have been suggesting it as a possible outcome of the discussions regarding MH-17 or the appalling destruction of … Continue reading →

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Crumbling International relationships

Posted on July 21, 2014 by ianchisnall

The current pain and distress that is emanating from various corners of the world is only a snapshot of the chaos which some of us allow to impact our world view from time to time. If we were truly able to measure … Continue reading →

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