Church
Church of England apologises for 'pain and trauma' from its role in historical adoption practices
The Church of England has apologised for its role in adoption practices involving unmarried women and girls during the post-War period, with the Archbishop of Canterbury acknowledging the "pain, trauma and stigma experienced - and still carried - by many people".
Catholic Church opposes reintroduction of assisted suicide bill
Labour MP Lauren Edwards has reintroduced the bill and has suggested the Parliament Act could be used to force the measure through.
Irish bishops oppose attempts to widen abortion laws
They have also called for more research to better understand the factors behind high rates of abortions in the first 12 years.
Gloucester churches come together to bless River Avon amid pollution concerns
It is part of a broader campaign against river pollution as concerns remain about the amount of untreated sewage in the Avon.
Iranian-born bishop stands in solidarity with Britain's Jews
2025 had the second highest number of antisemitic incidents on record.
Welsh reverend speaks of culture of fear over LGBT issues
Many people have already left the Church in Wales over its stance on same-sex relationships, an evangelical leader has said.
Reddit users declare small Welsh church best place in the world
Users voted to eliminate one half of a map until only one location remained.
Archbishop of Canterbury highlights benefits and risks of AI
Archbishop Sarah Mullally joined the Pope in raising concerns about AI.
Church of England more than doubles conservation grants
The significant rise in funding was attributed partly to support from the National Lottery Heritage Fund.
Historic Lancashire church secures £250,000 National Lottery grant for major roof repairs
A historic Lancashire church has secured £250,000 in funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund to carry out urgent repairs that will safeguard one of Oswaldtwistle's oldest buildings.
Catholics and Pentecostals in England hold first official talks
Conversations were reportedly “honest and reflective” and examined areas of agreement and potential avenues of collaboration, while also noting potentially sensitive areas.
Calls for prayers for England amid tensions over murder of Henry Nowak
Church of England bishops are appealing for peace and asking Christians to pray for England following unrest over the circumstances surrounding the murder of student Henry Nowak.
Portsmouth Diocese records some of Church of England’s strongest attendance growth
Church attendance across the Diocese of Portsmouth increased significantly in 2025, with new figures showing growth rates well above the national average.
Bishop responds with concern to Scotland's record abortion figures
Latest figures from Public Health Scotland show that last year there were 18,783 abortions in the country.
Gloucester Cathedral awarded 'Cultural Venue of the Year'
The award recognises the cathedral’s huge impact as a centre of culture.
VAT raid is putting historic church art at risk
Opposition parties have called for a restoration of the Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme.