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UGLE notes the commentary in the press today and it comes as no surprise that many Freemasons have complied with the policy; most of our members are proudly open about their Freemasonry.
The United Grand Lodge of England (“UGLE”), also acting on behalf of The Order of Women Freemasons and the Honourable Fraternity of Ancient Freemasons (all of which together represent Freemasonry in England, Wales, The Isle of Man and the Channel Islands) announces that it has commenced judicial review proceedings against the Metropolitan Police (the “Met”) in response to the Met’s announcement on 11 December 2025 that it has added Freemasonry to its list of declarable associations.
The United Grand Lodge of England, Order of Women Freemasons, and the Honourable Fraternity of Ancient Freemasons issue a joint response to comments made by Sir Mark Rowley in an LBC Interview on 12/12/25
The United Grand Lodge of England, Order of Women Freemasons, and The Honourable Fraternity of Ancient Freemasons respond to todays announcement from the Metropolitan Police
UGLE rebuts The Daily Mirror’s misleading article, reaffirming its full cooperation with the inquiry and support for justice.
Freemasonry responds to The Spectator’s misrepresentations with facts, history, and pride.
Many of you will have seen press reports about the Metropolitan Police Service consulting interested parties about a possible requirement to disclose membership.
In an unprecedented and historic move to dispel misconceptions and address challenges, English Freemasonry has announced the creation of the Council for Freemasonry, covering female as well as male members in England and Wales.
United Grand Lodge of England (UGLE), the Order of Women Freemasons (OWF) and the Honourable Fraternity of Ancient Freemasons (Freemasonry for Women) are keen to respond to comments made by journalist Oliver Keens in his piece in today’s edition of The Independent.
United Grand Lodge of England (UGLE), The Order of Women Freemasons (OWF) and the Honourable Fraternity of Ancient Freemasons (Freemasonry for Women) are united in our surprise and unease at an article published in The New European by Patience Wheatcroft. The article contains a number of significant inaccuracies and we feel obliged to respond.
The United Grand Lodge of England (UGLE), the home of Freemasonry in England and Wales, has announced its autumn organ concert for 2023, which will take place at Freemasons' Hall on 08 November at 6:00pm.
Survivors of the devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria will be receiving vital emergency supplies thanks to a £60,000 grant from the Freemasons to the British Red Cross, UK for UNHCR and UNICEF who are leading the relief effort on the ground.
