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Review of marriage law in England and Wales

Recently, the British Government asked the Law Commission to conduct a review of the law governing how and where people can marry in England and Wales. Yann Lovelock was interviewed on behalf of the Network of Buddhist Organisations UK. Yann writes: “I stressed that traditionally weddings have been viewed as a civil contract in Buddhism; that …. Read More >

Ken Jones 1930-2015

With sadness we announce the death of Ken Jones on Sunday 2nd August. Ken was a Buddhist teacher, Haiku and Haibun poet, author of the New Social Face of Buddhism, Everyday Buddhism and many other writings. An activist throughout his life, he was the founder of the UK Network of Engaged Buddhists. As a Zen and …. Read More >

Follow the NBO on Facebook

For news relevant to any UK Buddhist, follow the NBO on Facebook. A good source of selected news of interest to Buddhists of all traditions, our Facebook page reaches a wide range of Buddhists in this country and in many countries beyond. Visit the page for brief news of broadcasts, articles, jobs, training and government grants, consultations and awards, etc. Not a …. Read More >