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28 November 2024

Deputy PM Angela Rayner meets the Pope; Muslim MP calls for laws to outlaw desecration of religious texts; Assisted Dying bill - 489 MPs undecideds or unknowns; Orthodox and evangelical churches growing, while nominal Christianity declines; The imam and community leader standing for election in Ireland
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27 November 2024

Chief Rabbi says Assisted Dying bill presents fundamental moral challenge to society; CofE plans ‘affordable housing’ on its land; Rayner stops tower from looming over oldest synagogue; BBC celebrates Christmas without Welby
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25 November 2024

Assisted dying weekend of lobbying - 29 faith leaders warn of "duty to die"; Christian Aid says COP29 outcome is “paltry deal”; Welby's "very English" resignation; Eurovision 2025 goes ahead as fundamentalist Christian protests rejected
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22 November 2024

COP29 - faith-inspired solutions for a greener future; Faith Minister says religious groups are key to fostering community harmony; Three priests suspended following Makin review; “I’m a Celebrity” contestant Rev Richard Coles tested immediately and told to lie

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