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 30 November 2023

Catholic lead bishop on the environment calls for decisions at COP 28; Outspoken Cardinal critic of the Pope, is evicted; Maeve Sherlock appointed shadow faith minister; Every CofE cathedral to benefit from 95-year-old’s legacy

Religion news 29 November 2023

Pope cancels visit to Cop28 on medical advice; New research institute says people with faith are more satisfied with their jobs; Interfaith vigil for children killed in Israel and Gaza; Washington Cathedral backs off selling tickets for Christmas services

Religion news 28 November 2023

Surgeon at Episcopalian hospital in Gaza tells story of horror; Pope said to be stable and improving from breathing difficulties; Faith Pavilion for Cop28

Religion news 27 November 2023

Antisemitism march in London largest since 1936; Al-Ahli hospital surgeon says this war is against children; Cathedral illuminations are drawing people into the light for Advent; Ofsted Chief Inspector critical of RE in schools

Religion news 24 November 2023

Music manuscripts from Auschwitz finished and performed at Sadlers Wells; Dutch far right election success “shocking for Muslims”; Suspended Soul Survivor senior pastor Andy Croft able to return to the ministry

Religion news 23 November 2023

Christian campaigners say autumn statement didn’t go far enough; £7million to combat antisemitism in the UK; Pope meets relatives of Israeli hostages

Religion news 22 November 2023

Christians Against Poverty appeals for immediate help for low income households; Franklin Graham prays with Netanyahu; Human Rights Watch says Muslims under threat in northern China; Argentina’s new president changes his tone and invites the Pope to visit

Religion news 21 November 2023

Interfaith week 2023 a “testing time” against a background of war; Calls for British businesses to recognise religious needs of employees; Church of Scotland closes church with 900 year history

Religion news 20 November 2023

CofE evangelicals announce alternative bishops against same sex blessings; TikTok told to “flip a switch” to counter antisemitism; Hindus celebrate the sun god in a vibrant festival near Northampton