Ruth Peacock

Ruth is the leader of the Religion Media Centre project and oversees its work. After studying theology and teaching RE, she trained as a journalist on a local paper, freelanced in print and radio and then joined the BBC, working in many news departments, including the main newsgathering desk. She also worked on the BBC’s move into the new W1 building and studied organisational change.

Written Content

Religion news 16 March

> Vatican says no to same-sex marriage; > Welby urges action after vigil; > Muslim helpline calls up 300% Vatican affirms it will not bless

Religion news 15 March

Bishop on violent end to vigil; Scotland ends blasphemy law; Non religion a reaction to fixed views Bishop deeply shocked at violent scenes ending Sarah

Religion news 12 March

Christians in Scotland in deep crisis over worship ban Communal worship can resume in Scotland on 26 March, but this has not stopped church leaders

Religion news 11 March

Nun halts armed police in Myanmar in lone act of heroism A nun who put herself between armed police and protesters in Myanmar has been

Religion news 10 March

Harry and Meghan interview should force change The incendiary interview by Harry and Meghan should force change in the monarchy to make it more representative

Religion news 9 March

Backyard ceremony three days before Harry and Meghan wedding “was not a marriage” In Harry and Meghan’s explosive interview with Oprah Winfrey, Meghan said that