Its clear that the Brethren world is a mans world, but was the quality of life really better for the Brethren men? My impression was that the men had an intense level of pressure on them. I dread to think how much she was underpaid. And why right wing & left wing are finding it increasingly difficult. It is common knowledge that small business is the backbone of the economies of many Western countries. They must wear their hair down with an accessory, like a clip or headband. Turns out BBN had announced its forthcoming closure. We'd also like to use analytics cookies so we can understand how you use our . I began to hear of Brethrens who had unlocked mobile phones or computers at their houses. Sam Blackledge of Arrow County Supplies is listed as a director of the "Catering for Crisis" business Rapid Relief Team (RRT), other directors of RRT include brothers of contract winners Andy Turner brother of Ben Turner of Toffeln and Murray Robertson brother of Luke & Ross Robertson of Medco Solutions. This company was run by a family who were a part of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church (PBCC). I remember thinking a lot about the fact that if I wasnt allowed to do anything recreational, I might have done the same. If you were to act on this, you would be walking out on your family, your friends, your job and everything you have ever known. All Rights Reserved. The majority of senior positions were reserved for uncles, cousins, brothers-in-law and others that were presumably held in high regard by the church. The two current directors are Anthony Hazell of Unispace and Gregory Hales another son of Plymouth Brethren Church leader Bruce Hales. It is an interesting contract, as it does not readily appear when searching the UK Govt contract finder website and it involves another Plymouth Brethren Member ran company, Sterilabs based in Harrogate. Further to the prohibition of donning a pair of leggings and tying their hair up, Brethren women are inhibited from so many choices most of us take for granted. Working for Brethren company Hi I have recently got an opportunity to work for a company whose employees and management are Christian Brethren (the recruiter mentioned the word Brethren and to look it up). Bruce Hales was a paunchy office furniture salesman from Sydney. Byline Times is funded by its subscribers. It came to prominence after being investigated by the Charity Commission over whether it was delivering enough "public good" to maintain its charitable status. Great company to work for, great team that motivate and care for all involved, employees, customers and suppliers. Plymouth Brethren members serve their local community by collectively employing within their businesses thousands of people, many of whom are non-Brethren. Another company called Tower Supplies, based in Dorset, appears to have been awarded more than 40 million in two contracts to supply PPE. You can wear trousers, but you might get looked at funny & definitely no swearing! The business has two directors Andrew Cuckson & Patrick South. But how much do you know about Plymouth Brethren and its beliefs? Members businesses include a diverse range of fields, such as distribution and sales in clothing, architecture, rehabilitation aids, food and manufacturing. also involved in a dispute with one of his local councillors. SMI Int Group is the Prisgrove family business based in Haslemere, Surrey. In 2015, Brethren members followed Charity Commission officials during a dispute over the Preston Down Trust. Two of these companies are Unispace/Sante and Medco Solutions. Ill give some pseudo names Lets call the hard worker Aidan and the other one (I cant think of a polite word to describe him) Dick. PlymouthBrethren businesses would typically be considered good corporate citizens. The first Brethren assembly in England was established at Plymouth in 1831 which is why Brethren are often called Plymouth Brethren. Lindum Packaging director Bernard Sellars is also a director of Edutrade Humber along with Tim Pocock, Graham Hazell (cousin of Anthony Hazell) & Ralph Green (Gloves4U & Nexom SCM group). They also have an office in Colchester. Brethren and their companies are encouraged to buy their supplies, groceries, petrol, internet, insurance - the whole range of goods and services - from companies that give cash back to the. In 2012, the Exclusive Brethren became known as the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church. Andrew was formerly a director of the now dissolved Hughes Travel Limited. Russell Lynes is a director of the Rapid Relief Team, he is also a former director of ATC Enterprises & Zapp UK Trading. In accordance with the guiding principles of the Church, Brethren are committed to ensuring that their businesses make a positive contribution to the local community, and operate in a completely ethical and transparent manner. Belonging to the Church does not provide special exemptions, privileges, concessions, tax breaks, etc. I see it all the time when I get lost in comments threads, which I often do. At OneSchool, we want our students to process information perceptually, analyse data accurately, and evaluate situations intelligently, and fulfil their true potential. This was no ordinary construction company. The prime concern has been how to use thesetechnologieswithout any harm to the user. Education within their own schools (leaving the curriculum open to amendments by the Elders. To get away from the sectarianism of dissenters, people in the movement wanted simply to meet together in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ without reference to denominational differences. Creative Activity are a provider of childcare & educational equipment based in Derry, Northern Ireland, with offices in Kirkcaldy & Dublin. Whilst he embraced his lifestyle and made the most of it, open conversations with Aidan often left me feeling upset for him. Some of these companies also have further connections to more companies that won covid contracts. Vista 4 also lists Richard Farrant as a director, along with ex director Mark Barter. they are generally lovely, kind generous, happy people. Jim passed away in 1970 shortly after The Aberdeen Incident whereby he drunkenly demanded married women to his bed. Never one to deprive my curiosity, I spent the weekend with the word cult reverberating around my head while I prepared for my first day at the office. Brethren generally see themselves, not as a denomination, but as a network of like-minded independent churches. Byline Times has uncovered about a dozen connections between trustees listed amongst this school and church network, who also appear to be directors and shareholders at companies awarded PPE and ventilator procurement contracts by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC). In addition to the 177 million in contracts above, two contracts worth more than 107 million were awarded to Clandeboye Agencies Ltd to supply PPE to the DHSC. This is one of many examples of the groups lobbying activities, that have seen it able to mobilise the support of hundreds of MPs and raise millions of pounds. There are a number of links to other Brethren businesses including Ocura Healthcare Furniture director Christopher Doughty whose linkedin profile includes an endorsement for management from Joel Doughty. Linkedin now shows Lee Hazell (brother of Anthony Hazell) as Medco Solutions, Commercial Director. Director Andrew Walker is an ex director of Causeway Vision Ltd.Causeway Vision also includes Garth White as a current director & Dermott McMullan & Dale Paterson as ex directors. Since 2003 an Exclusive Brethren trust has set up 15 year 7-12 schools here, teaching about 1000 children. According to its website, the OSG operates 130 campuses with 2,500 staff across 21 countries. It is true that as a rule the PlymouthBrethren generally have been cautious in embracing new technologies brought about through the digital age. . Lovair are a commercial bathroom & washroom company based in Stockport and now under the name The Splash Lab, the business is owned by Fraser & Justin Lovell. Children must continue to live with their parents until they are married. Something big had happened and I could sense it. Biblical prophecy and the Second Coming of Christ were emphasized. Im glad to report Aidan was resilient and always bounced back. All Plymouth Brethren are required to live a lifestyle that is compatible with Scriptural teaching, one which is based upon key principles of simplicity, humility, and charitable giving. Even the small ones, like having a peruse on social media, listening to music, reading the news, zoning out in front of Netflix, growing a beard or tying your hair up You get to wake up day after day and make that choice. Nepotism was prevalent within the business. This was via 2 contracts one with the DHSC for 2,290,000 and another for a hospital trust worth 500,000. Though the company confirmed to Byline Times that a Nick Walker is a director, the school has not not replied to inquiries to confirm whether the same Nick Walker is a trustee. Sterilab Services Contract inc Sante Global LLP. Although not knowing specifically, Plymouth historian Graham Naylor suggested the graveyard could have belonged to the Plymouth Brethren chapel, which once stood nearby. Sterilab Services was a Harrogate based company owned by the Frizelle family. I could never accept how the women were treated. The owners of the business work are open community, so I would class them as a bit more progressive - example in point they realise & appreciate the need for certain skills & expertise in order. A damning new report blows apart the former Prime Minister's claims to have been 'stitched-up' over the scandal of lockdown parties in Downing Street, reports Adam Bienkov, Analysis by this newspaper reveals Conservative MPs make up the majority of those in receipt as post-Brexit trading opportunities appear to be trumping ethical concerns for the Government, Luxe Lifestyle Ltd, which provided 9m unusable items during the Coronavirus crisis via a 'VIP lane', has applied to be struck off without reporting how the money was spent, The Prime Minister has repeatedly delayed the release of his financial statements, originally promised last year, reports Adam Bienkov, A controversial parliamentary group failed to disclose its list of 'active members' among other potential breaches, Josiah Mortimer reports, New research has found that non-consensual sharing of intimate images bear many of the hallmarks of domestic abuse, Byline Media Holdings Ltd, Byline Times &, Companies Linked to Exclusive Brethren Evangelical Sect, Awarded Hundreds of Millions of PPE Government Contracts, Brethren members followed Charity Commission officials, No Shades of Gray: Privileges Committee Report Exposes Boris Johnsons Partygate Lies, Rishi Sunak Refuses to Commit to Releasing his US Tax Returns, Its Made Me Lose Trust in People: Women and Girls Victimised by Image-Based Abuse. Archer Marketing are specialists in branded merchandise based in Aberdeen. There would also appear to be family connections to Brymec Ltd, Brymec are located in the adjacent unit to Bryson Products in Coulsden. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Or was the Draconian code enforced to make people comply by limiting free thinking? Goodbye evolution). Wellingborough based Total Protection UK is a dissolved business, the business merged with Baca Workwear & Safety of Northampton, a Health & Safety Equipment supplier in 2017. Home Blog Business Brethren Family Businesses. It was my first offer put on the table much sooner than I had anticipated. Globally, Brethren businesses generate a combined turnover of $22bn. an overgrown patch of land with a padlocked gate reveals part of Plymouth's past. The Hereford based hook & loop business is owned by the Haughton family. Their website states they are Pressure Care Experts specialising in the supply of beds, mattresses, cushions and chairs. We also introduce new voices of colour in Our Lives Matter. Hegenberger Medical Ltd incorporated December 2021. If there are any close links between the brethren member companies and the hardest question of all was there any connection to the UK government? Kingsbury Press are a printing firm based in Doncaster. He would miss meetings and return to the office with his hair freshly cut. Work pressure can be high at times. When we launched Open & Candid back in 2020, one of the first stories we covered was the remarkable number of covid contracts that had been won by members of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church. The last accounts filed by the business showed net assets of -179k. Put yourself in a Brethrens shoes and take that idea for a walk. Brethren and their companies are encouraged to buy their supplies, groceries, petrol, internet, insurance - the whole range of goods and services - from companies that give cash back to the church through a range of kickback arrangements. All three businesses link to other Brethren members. The Leeds based Gloves4u was a supplier of rubber/medical gloves to the UK market. Bronze Architecture based in Rackheath, Norwich. Oh hello. The worldwide leader of the Exclusive Brethren, having ruled since his father John Hales died in January 2002, he had a penchant. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. Brethren are also encouraged to set up their own businesses, while children usually attend Brethren-only schools. Southgate Global are a packaging business based in Kings Lynn. And no, Im not just talking about moving into her own place, although that too because, rules are rules (unless youre a man at the top of the hierarchy). During my stint here, a non-comm HR lady started. and our It was local to where myself and my partner had decided to situate ourselves in the UK. Linkedins strapline needs updating. This was no ordinary construction company. The UK business comes under Global Design Concepts UK and is headed up by the Gray family based in Dublin. 56 808 920 147. As we reported earlier this contract is interesting for the fact that it can only be supplier searched by entering Sterilab. Youd be alone for the first time in your life. It came to prominence after being investigated by the Charity Commission over whether it was delivering enough public good to maintain its charitable status. Mark Reiner is a trustee of Benhill Gospel Hall Trust alongside Neil Hardwick a director of UBT (EU) Ltd. Mark's sister Lois is the Auntie of Anthony Hazell ex Unispace/Sante Global. Sante was formed early in the pandemic by the Hales in conjunction with Anthony Hazell, Sebastian Parsons & Ralph Green. WPC Club P.O. So, what gives? By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. If we go back, one of the many questions is how and why the contracts were awarded? Farr is yet another listed as an ex director of Novus Trading. Annual Return Filed view. Byline Times has attempted to contact every company, gospel hall and school to confirm the associations of the individuals named above but, as it has discovered with previous procurement contracts, many of these businesses appear to exist on paper only. After returning from a year of backpacking, I arrived home to England full of lifelong memories but also lacking in direction, money and about to turn 30. Dick Blackledge is also a former director of UBT (EU) and was a director at the same time as Charles Hathorn & Garth Christie. In the 6 months from my starting to my departure, he changed from this smiley, intuitive, genius as he was often referred to around the office, to someone who physically aged 10 years in front of my eyes and would struggle to keep his eyes open in meetings. Companies house showstwo directors Russell James & Darren Blake. Minimal sleep was inspirational and not discouraged. Lloyd is also a director of Masterweld Equipment (UK) Ltd. Safpro Industrial Supplies is part of the Gloucester based Onyx Workgear Ltd. Under the leadership of Bruce Hales the Plymouth Brethren Church and its member have becoming extremely focused on commercial activities, tax efficiencies and it could be argued that the focus has switched . Working for a Brethren company flyingmonkeycorps Full Member I'm in the market for a new job, and something has come up that looks pretty ideal - varied role, potential for movement, good. The majority of members are born into the church. Traxx Tyres also shares registered company address with Sante Global LLP. Why people who want whats best for themselves dont understand the actions of people who want whats best for all. Agile Medical based in Grimsby won DHSC contract worth 233,000 for the supply of ventilator consumables, they also won a much larger contract worth 18.4 million to supply ventilators to Guys & St Thomas hospital trust. Why ethical vegans cant agree with meat eaters. Plymouth Brethren Christian Church (Exclusive Brethren) 2015. Bruce Hales like his father is a businessman, the Brethren members have built a network of businesses that are predominantly based in Australia, UK, New Zealand, USA, Canada but can also be found in France, Germany, Italy, Sweden & Argentina. They won a combined total of 570 million of contracts from the DHSC. 30 Jun 2020. It won a 348,000 contract to supply Type IIR masks to Derbyshire County Council. Commercial Ownership. I have honestly never known so many people to actively use LinkedIn, a business purpose social media that has seemingly received the seal of approval by the big man himself. Until 2005, Brethren banned cellphones, computers and fax machines. I have worked for a company in Glasgow for a long time now and try are very good people to work for! Thats why Brethren women wear head scarves while attending church services, though it is common for Brethren ladies to wear a ribbon or headband when out amongst the general public. I was instantly fascinated by the Brethren women. Use of Technologies Baca Holdings Ltd also shows Matthew Calder as a director. PLYMOUTH BRETHREN CHRISTIAN CHURCH LIMITED - Free company information from Companies House including registered office address, filing history, accounts, annual return, officers, charges, business activity . Being related to the MD, it very much seemed that Dick was able to stomp around the office doing and saying whatever he wanted with absolutely zero repercussion. Specialist Door Solutions based in Farnham are a manufacturer of specialist doorsets. Overall tax efficiencies on construction & development must be very profitable for brethren companies and members. Cyril Parsons had resigned as a director at the start of 2013 and his 50% shareholding was switched to Anthony Hazell. This video explores the relationships between non-Brethren Employees and Plymouth Brethren Business Owners.For more information or to speak to us, visit http. Meanwhile, a Ross Robertson is the director and shareholder at Medco Solutions, which was awarded more than 10 million in two contracts to supply face masks and garments for biological protection. On the other hand, Aidan was an overachiever, he frequently had bright ideas for the business and genuinely seemed to care about its success. Meetings mostly entailed the group talking him through doing his own work. So, when I was offered the position at the end of the interview to start Monday, I was thrilled and I accepted. Within 4 weeks she had disappeared, never to be seen again. The Turner family business lists seven directors including Stephen & Craig Turner, Craig is also a current director & Stephen an ex director of Nexus Team Ltd. Stephen was also a director of the now dissolved Breckland Park School Ltd along with David Temple of Eastpoint. Clandeboye Agencies were awarded two contracts to supply gowns to the DHSC. Leaving is fairly non-optional for the Brethrens. Currently with three directors Roger, Ralph & Laurie Lewis and with one ex director Kevin Michel. He mentioned that they just do a couple of slightly 'odd' things from a workplace p.o.v e.g. Pinnacle EU appears to be a fund raiser for OneSchoolGlobal, though their website only goes back to 2015 under the Focus School banner. 10, 2014 Last Modified: 3:47 PM CDT Monday, Aug. 18, 2014 | Updates. The same person is also named as a director at Blueleaf Ltd, a company that was incorporated in 2011 for non-specialised wholesale trade. None of our meeting halls have been used since 17th March owing to the current covid situation. 3130 VIC. They were owned at the start of the pandemic by Garth Christie & his son Neil, Garth Christie is one of the church "elders", he was very familiar with government, he was one of the frontmen for the dealing with the appeal against the charity commission, that went through parliament back in 2013, the other frontman was Bruce Hazell, who just happens to be Anthony Hazell's uncle. Peter Harrison, 'elder' to the ex-Brethren Another person caught up in the Thompson and Clark surveillance is an 84-year-old ex-Brethren man in Palmerston North named Peter Harrison.
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