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Man who inspired Sound of Freedom movie denies sexual misconduct allegations
A report in Vice contained claims of sexual misconduct involving seven women.

Passing of Online Safety Bill welcomed
Christian charities have welcomed the passing of the Online Safety Bill which contains measures to protect children from internet pornography.

Christian family seek to overturn 'de-humanising' reporting restrictions after daughter's death
The devout Christian family of a teenager who tragically died while fighting for life-preserving treatment to be continued are to challenge strict reporting restrictions which mean her identity still cannot be revealed.

Priest criticised over Russell Brand comments
Canon Angela Tilby has faced strong criticism for comments she made on the allegations facing Brand and the media attention they have received.

Review into care of critically ill children a 'missed opportunity'
Christians campaigning for greater transparency around decisions made in the care of critically ill children have expressed disappointment at the outcome of a review led by the Nuffield Council on Bioethics.

Commission to investigate discrimination against Christians
The Commission of Inquiry is being launched by Voice for Justice UK after a survey of 1,500 Christians by the charity found that experiences of hostility and ridicule are widespread.

New Wine 'deeply troubled' by Mike Pilavachi developments
New Wine has issued a statement after the Church of England investigation into Soul Survivor founder Mike Pilavachi concluded that safeguarding allegations are "substantiated".

'Cowardly' politicians must stand-up for marriage, says new report
Family Unfriendly Britain, by the Marriage Foundation, blames the decline in marriage in the UK on "cowardly senior politicians" and "anti-family" welfare policies that penalise poor couples who marry.

Scotland's 'conversion therapy' ban delayed
The introduction of a ban on so-called 'conversion therapy' in Scotland has been delayed over fears it could criminalise parents who do not affirm their child's gender identity.

Conversion therapy ban not a high priority for most voters
The poll asked 2,091 UK voters to rank their top five policy priorities for the next 12 months from a list of 23 possible options.

Former prime minister backs school ban on children changing gender identity
Liz Truss has said that schools should not allow children to change their gender identity.

Pope 'deeply saddened' by loss of life in Libya
Pope Francis has expressed his sorrow over the loss of life and destruction in Libya where thousands have died in heavy flooding.

Silent prayer is not unlawful, says Home Secretary
The Home Secretary has told police forces up and down the country that people should not be criminalised for praying silently.

Government must 'stand firm' on school transgender guidance
Christians are being asked to pray that Rishi Sunak will not be swayed by pro-trans activists as new transgender guidance for schools continues to be hit by delays.

There's been a 'sea-change' in opposition to trans ideology, says de-banked vicar
A retired Anglican vicar whose bank account was closed down after he expressed gender critical views says people are becoming less afraid to speak out against trans ideology.

Queen was at peace and reflecting on her faith in final days
The late Queen was at peace and spent her final days reflecting on her Christian faith, according to a Church leader who was with her.