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Churches call on Government to cancel debt of poorest households
The Government is being urged to cancel the debt of people who have fallen into hardship after months of coronavirus restrictions.
Churches 'are among the safest' public places in the pandemic, says bishop
The extent of hygiene measures in place across churches has made them "among the safest places for people to attend" in the ongoing pandemic, a senior Catholic leader has said.
Street preacher challenges police injunction in court
The injunction would prohibit Mike Overd from "breaching the peace" through any words or actions in a public space, and restrict his public preaching to 20 minutes a day.
Dean of Sheffield resigns after cathedral choir controversy
The Very Rev Peter Bradley said he had been under "tremendous pressure" in recent weeks, which had "seriously affected" his health.
Reducing expenditure is a top priority for the Church of Scotland as Covid-19 hits finances
The Church of Scotland's total income for this year could fall by close to a fifth due to Covid-19.
Archbishop warns of 'total collapse' in Nigeria
In an address to clergy and the faithful on Independence Day, Archbishop Augustine Akubeze issued an "urgent call to save Nigeria at 60 from total collapse".
World Evangelical Alliance challenges Turkey over expulsion of foreign Christians
In a statement to the 45th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, the WEA said 60 Protestant church members had been expelled or banned from Turkey.
The dangers of coronavirus 'are not over yet', Queen tells Church
The Queen spoke of "difficult" days in a letter to the Church of Scotland on the first day of its online General Assembly.
Salvation Army warns of homelessness crisis without long-term funding plan
The Salvation Army has warned of a homelessness crisis if the Government takes a "short-term approach" to spending on support services.
Northern Ireland's First Minister signals support for church security scheme
Research by CARE NI found that places of worship in Northern Ireland had been attacked over 600 times in just five years.
Extend free school meals to prevent 'harrowing' Christmas for families, says Archbishop
The Archbishop of Canterbury and Bishop of Durham are calling on the Government to expand free school meals over the school holidays as a growing number of families face hardship due to the pandemic.
Schools should cut ties with groups that promote 'harmful' gender stereotypes
The Christian Institute is urging schools to cut ties with groups that promote radical ideas around gender identity.
Scottish Government launches consultation on making DIY abortions permanent
The Scottish Government has launched a consultation on whether to extend temporary arrangements allowing for at-home abortions during the pandemic.
RZIM launches investigation into Ravi Zacharias sexual harassment claims
An independent investigation has been launched into claims that late apologist Ravi Zacharias sexually harassed massage therapists who worked at two spas he co-owned.
Christian Solidarity Worldwide challenges Marks & Spencer over Uighur slave labour
Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW) has launched a letter-writing campaign asking Marks & Spencer to reassure shoppers that it does not use Uighur slave labour in the manufacture of its clothing.
St Jerome on a laptop: new mosaic celebrates enduring legacy of 4th century Bible translator
A stunning new artwork has been unveiled to mark 1,600 years since the death of Vulgate translator St Jerome.