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In this Q&A, we began by exploring why people are lawfully withholding taxes from the UK government in protest against the use of public money to support criminal acts, including genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity.
We explained the legal basis for this position, which centres in particular on the International Criminal Court Act 2001 and the Terrorism Act 2000. These laws make it a criminal offence to fund or facilitate war crimes, and place a legal duty on individuals to act if they know their money is being used unlawfully.
The session next focused on how to use the No Tax for War Taxation Trust to conditionally ring-fence personal and business taxes, including those claimed by HMRC and local councils. Funds are held in the Taxation Trust until the UK government can demonstrate that they are not being used to support war crimes, genocide, and crimes against humanity.
Attendees also shared their experiences dealing with enforcement, discussing correspondence from — and legal action by — HMRC and local authorities. The No Tax for War team explained how criminal law takes precedence over civil debt law, and what that means when faced with enforcement attempts.
There was also a focus on practical steps — how to manage paperwork (including using the No Tax for War templates), how to communicate clearly with officials and keep a paper trail, and how to stay grounded in the law.
Throughout the session, we emphasised that following the No Tax for War process is a peaceful, principled, and lawful stand to take, and that when you do take action, you are not alone.
No Tax for War is a grassroots movement of like-minded individuals using lawful, peaceful action to stop UK taxpayers’ money from funding war and crimes against humanity.
A fiduciary is person or organisation in a position of trust who has a legal duty to act in good faith and in the best interests of another party, such as a trustee for beneficiaries of a trust.
Creating a distinct legal trust specifically for your primary residence. This ensures that your home is no longer legally “owned” by you as an individual, but held in trust for your benefit. Doing so may offer protection against enforcement action by councils or creditors, especially if you are challenging council tax or other state demands. It is a precautionary step to reduce the risk of property seizure or legal intimidation. Legal advice is recommended before proceeding.
A trust is a legal tool that ring-fences your money until certain conditions are met. The Make War History Taxation Trust is a conditional, revocable trust to withhold tax until it’s proven it won’t be used unlawfully — for example, to fund war.
A Promissory Note is a legally binding promise to pay — but only once the trust’s conditions are met. It shows you’re not refusing to pay tax outright, just demanding it be used lawfully. This adds weight to your position and ensures the legal system recognises your intent.
