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PBCC Library

A comprehensive, neutral reference on the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church — original investigations, mainstream press coverage, the PBCC's own voice, academic research and personal stories. Free to access for all.

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Seven sections

Everything you need to understand the PBCC

From original investigative journalism to the PBCC's own statements — all in one place.

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Overview
What is the PBCC? History, leadership, structure and the story behind this research.
Background & context
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Original reporting
Investigations
Six years of original investigative journalism from Open & Candid — communities, business, contracts, charities and more.
Open & Candid reporting
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Mainstream media
Press Coverage
Sunday Times, The Guardian, ABC Four Corners, ITV, Private Eye, Byline Times and more — a growing index of mainstream coverage.
Media coverage index
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Counter balance
The PBCC Says
The Plymouth Brethren's own websites, official statements, YouTube channels and public communications — their perspective, in their own words.
PBCC's own voice
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Records & research
Academic & Legal
Charity Commission decisions, court records, academic research and government inquiries into the Plymouth Brethren.
Research & records
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Personal accounts
Ex-Brethren Stories
Personal accounts from those who have left — family separation, life after leaving and the long road to rebuilding.
Personal accounts
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Podcast series
Get a Life Podcasts
The Get a Life podcast series — conversations with ex-Brethren members about their experiences and lives after leaving.
Podcast episodes
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Breaking stories
Latest News
Breaking stories and recent developments in the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church network — updated as new stories emerge.
Latest updates
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Video library
Videos
Documentary footage, interviews and video investigations into the Plymouth Brethren network — from mainstream broadcasters and independent journalists.
Video library
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Company Directory

The structured data behind the stories

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