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As we move into 2026, this week's blog is a message from one of our founders, Alan Owen. Happy New Year to you all.
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December 31, 2025 at 9:28 AM
As we move into 2026, this week's blog is a message from one of our founders, Alan Owen. Happy New Year to you all.
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This week's blog is an incredible piece of research by Nuclear Veteran Barry Fagg on the SS Camelot and Sir Percivale. (Also available as a PDF download within the blog)
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CAMELOT & SIR PERCIVALE
1. IntroductionPresident Charles de Gaulle insisted on maintaining a fully independent nuclear deterrent (force de frappe) which France had established during the Cold War; that was free from dependen...
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December 28, 2025 at 11:42 AM
This week's blog is an incredible piece of research by Nuclear Veteran Barry Fagg on the SS Camelot and Sir Percivale. (Also available as a PDF download within the blog)
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This week's blog:
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Thank you to everyone who has helped us this year.
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Thank you to everyone who has helped us this year.
Projects & Campaigning
At LABRATS, we are always asked to work on and endorse projects. We have to be extremely careful with our selections due to the pressure of time and, most importantly, suitability for the community. O...
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December 21, 2025 at 9:51 AM
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Thank you to everyone who has helped us this year.
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Thank you to everyone who has helped us this year.
The Campaign for Social Justice has helped our campaign reach millions of people.
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Updates
It’s hard to believe CAMPAIGN FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE launched just two years ago! With over a million followers across a number of social media channels, 850 million impressions and almost 100 million...
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December 17, 2025 at 7:20 PM
The Campaign for Social Justice has helped our campaign reach millions of people.
www.cfsj.co.uk/updates
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We have received a lot of questions about the PM letter to Veteran John Morris. With the kind permission of John, we are publishing the letter today. We are still awaiting a date and are working closely with Number 10 to get a date in the diary as soon as possible.
December 16, 2025 at 9:47 AM
We have received a lot of questions about the PM letter to Veteran John Morris. With the kind permission of John, we are publishing the letter today. We are still awaiting a date and are working closely with Number 10 to get a date in the diary as soon as possible.
Today's Daily Mirror. Promises of a meeting in the New Year by Keir Starmer. No date yet, but we are working closely with Number 10 to arrange it.
December 14, 2025 at 11:58 AM
Today's Daily Mirror. Promises of a meeting in the New Year by Keir Starmer. No date yet, but we are working closely with Number 10 to arrange it.
Nuclear weapons violate the Right to Life to the Right to Health- they are also a major problem when it comes to Eliminating Discrimination Against Women. On International Human Rights day, stand with us for human rights and an end to nuclear weapons. app.sosha.ai/s/IhG27Fix
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December 10, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Nuclear weapons violate the Right to Life to the Right to Health- they are also a major problem when it comes to Eliminating Discrimination Against Women. On International Human Rights day, stand with us for human rights and an end to nuclear weapons. app.sosha.ai/s/IhG27Fix
This week's blog introduces 'Nucleus'. It is a hybrid feature documentary unpacking the unending and urgent legacy of nuclear weapons testing on our lives.
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Nucleus
I met James many years ago; he attended the All-Tests Reunion and was present at the Medal award ceremony at the National Memorial Arboretum. He has been involved with the community since 2010, and we...
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November 28, 2025 at 11:41 AM
This week's blog introduces 'Nucleus'. It is a hybrid feature documentary unpacking the unending and urgent legacy of nuclear weapons testing on our lives.
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On Thanksgiving Day, we have a special print from Dave H Remembrance Art for our US Colleagues. We stand together with our US Cousins still fighting for justice. Only 6 left. (These were given as presents at the last NAAV Conference to all delegates)
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We Stand Together | LABRATS
'We Stand Together', a print by Dave H Remembrance Art, 9" X 7". A perfect gift for anyone who has US relatives. Only 6 available
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November 27, 2025 at 7:53 PM
On Thanksgiving Day, we have a special print from Dave H Remembrance Art for our US Colleagues. We stand together with our US Cousins still fighting for justice. Only 6 left. (These were given as presents at the last NAAV Conference to all delegates)
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A new documentary is being filmed by Melt Films. Filming has already taken place at the United Nations.
Directed by James Thomson. Find out how you can help and watch the crowdfunder trailer.
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Directed by James Thomson. Find out how you can help and watch the crowdfunder trailer.
www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/nucleus
Nucleus documentary
Nucleus is a hybrid feature documentary unpacking the unending and urgent legacy of nuclear weapons testing on our lives.
www.crowdfunder.co.uk
November 25, 2025 at 5:04 PM
A new documentary is being filmed by Melt Films. Filming has already taken place at the United Nations.
Directed by James Thomson. Find out how you can help and watch the crowdfunder trailer.
www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/nucleus
Directed by James Thomson. Find out how you can help and watch the crowdfunder trailer.
www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/nucleus
We have been inundated with requests for the poem 'I wonder if they really knew' by April Quinlan, so we have added it as a free download to our website. You can download the PDF for free by following this link:
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I wonder if they really knew - Poem by April Quinlan | LABRATS
A digital PDF copy of the fantastic poem - 'I wonder if they really knew' by April Quinlan. April is the wife of Nuclear Test Veteran Terry Quinlan and presented this poem to Alan Owen at the All-Test...
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November 20, 2025 at 11:44 AM
We have been inundated with requests for the poem 'I wonder if they really knew' by April Quinlan, so we have added it as a free download to our website. You can download the PDF for free by following this link:
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At the All-Tests Reunion, we were presented with a poem by April Quinlan, wife of Nuclear Test Veteran Terry Quinlan.
It is a fantastic piece of work, and we have been asked for copies. We tasked Kev Lowery from Extramile design to create a special piece of art to accompany the poem.
It is a fantastic piece of work, and we have been asked for copies. We tasked Kev Lowery from Extramile design to create a special piece of art to accompany the poem.
November 19, 2025 at 9:42 AM
At the All-Tests Reunion, we were presented with a poem by April Quinlan, wife of Nuclear Test Veteran Terry Quinlan.
It is a fantastic piece of work, and we have been asked for copies. We tasked Kev Lowery from Extramile design to create a special piece of art to accompany the poem.
It is a fantastic piece of work, and we have been asked for copies. We tasked Kev Lowery from Extramile design to create a special piece of art to accompany the poem.
A reminder to register for this exciting webinar tomorrow night. Join Dimity Hawkins, Karina Lester, Alan Owen and Dr Jon Hogg as we discuss the fight for Nuclear Archival Justice. 9 pm UK Time.
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Holding the Memories: Communities Leading the Fight for Nuclear Archival Justice
This webinar brings together affected community members, nuclear justice advocates and organisations to accessing nuclear archives
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November 18, 2025 at 9:40 AM
A reminder to register for this exciting webinar tomorrow night. Join Dimity Hawkins, Karina Lester, Alan Owen and Dr Jon Hogg as we discuss the fight for Nuclear Archival Justice. 9 pm UK Time.
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Why haven't you arranged a date yet Keir Starmer? Steve has to arrange special accommodation and travel arrangements due to his disability. We need plenty of notice to travel to meet you. No 10, we are ready to arrange it now.
November 16, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Why haven't you arranged a date yet Keir Starmer? Steve has to arrange special accommodation and travel arrangements due to his disability. We need plenty of notice to travel to meet you. No 10, we are ready to arrange it now.
Don't forget, register for this fantastic webinar at 9 pm on Wednesday, 19th November. Listen to great talks and discussions.
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Holding the Memories - 19th Nov
Join us on the 19th of November at 9 pm in the UK for a fantastic free webinar entitled 'Holding the Memories'. The webinar will discuss the fight for Nuclear Archival Justice. It brings together affe...
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November 12, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Don't forget, register for this fantastic webinar at 9 pm on Wednesday, 19th November. Listen to great talks and discussions.
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A very busy week to remember those who have not made it this far. A special blog on the anniversary of Grapple X.
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Grapple X Events
Today is the anniversary of Grapple X, on the 8th of November 1957. With a yield of 1.8 megatons, it was 140 times the size of the bomb dropped on Hiroshima. The bomb was dropped from Valiant XD824, p...
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November 8, 2025 at 4:22 PM
A very busy week to remember those who have not made it this far. A special blog on the anniversary of Grapple X.
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In Remembrance Week, we remember those who have not made it this far. Please watch this excellent account of NAVAD Day 2025.
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05 National Atomic Veterans Awareness Day 2025
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November 6, 2025 at 12:42 PM
In Remembrance Week, we remember those who have not made it this far. Please watch this excellent account of NAVAD Day 2025.
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This week's blog features 'The Greatest Force on Earth Live' by Sascha Snow. Filmed as part of the Oral History project, it is now available to watch.
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THE GREATEST FORCE ON EARTH LIVE
The Oral History Project was an incredible success, the testimonies of the veterans will be held in perpetuity at the British Library for generations to listen to and understand how the testing progra...
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November 4, 2025 at 11:38 AM
This week's blog features 'The Greatest Force on Earth Live' by Sascha Snow. Filmed as part of the Oral History project, it is now available to watch.
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The latest edition of ATOM will be posted to Associate Members by post and email next week. You can still sign up for a free Associate membership until April 2026. British & Commonwealth Nuclear Test Veterans and their families are eligible. Why wait?
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October 26, 2025 at 4:02 PM
The latest edition of ATOM will be posted to Associate Members by post and email next week. You can still sign up for a free Associate membership until April 2026. British & Commonwealth Nuclear Test Veterans and their families are eligible. Why wait?
www.labrats.international/joinus
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Portraits of the Hibakusha is an incredible exhibition in Cardiff, featuring 14 3D pictures. These are incredible images from www.80000voices.org. The exhibition runs until the 30 November 2025.
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October 25, 2025 at 8:02 AM
Portraits of the Hibakusha is an incredible exhibition in Cardiff, featuring 14 3D pictures. These are incredible images from www.80000voices.org. The exhibition runs until the 30 November 2025.
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This week's blog is a report on our Educational Launch at the Senedd on the 22nd October 2025.
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Senedd - Educational Launch
On the 22nd of October 2025, LABRATS launched their educational package 'British Nuclear Testing - An Introduction' at the Senedd in Cardiff Bay. Sponsored by Sioned Williams MS and supported by Mabon...
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October 23, 2025 at 12:25 PM
This week's blog is a report on our Educational Launch at the Senedd on the 22nd October 2025.
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The latest version of ATOM will soon be sent out to Associate members. Packed full of information and fantastic pictures from the 2025 All-Tests Reunion. If you haven't signed up for a free Associate Membership yet, it runs until April 2026.
Do it now - www.labrats.international/joinus
Do it now - www.labrats.international/joinus
October 20, 2025 at 1:46 PM
The latest version of ATOM will soon be sent out to Associate members. Packed full of information and fantastic pictures from the 2025 All-Tests Reunion. If you haven't signed up for a free Associate Membership yet, it runs until April 2026.
Do it now - www.labrats.international/joinus
Do it now - www.labrats.international/joinus
Have you registered for our Educational Launch Event on the 7th of November in Manchester? Please RSVP using the registration link below:
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Educational Package Launch - Manchester | LABRATS
The Launch of our new educational package in England will be at the Manchester Mayor's Council Chamber in Manchester. A new book, Video and Online Course to be unveiled with a Q&A session afterwards w...
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October 20, 2025 at 10:22 AM
Have you registered for our Educational Launch Event on the 7th of November in Manchester? Please RSVP using the registration link below:
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LABRATS were proud to support the Joint Civil Society statement on Humanitarian Disarmament, delivered by Bonnie Docherty at the UNGA First Committee on Disarmament and International Security.
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Download the address here: reachingcriticalwill.org/images/docum...
October 18, 2025 at 3:49 PM
LABRATS were proud to support the Joint Civil Society statement on Humanitarian Disarmament, delivered by Bonnie Docherty at the UNGA First Committee on Disarmament and International Security.
Download the address here: reachingcriticalwill.org/images/docum...
Download the address here: reachingcriticalwill.org/images/docum...