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We have a database of around 200 commentators with expertise on various stories which hit the headlines. They are from all faiths and none, including academics, faith leaders and representatives from organisations, who have spent a lifetime immersed in their area of special interest. All commentators declare their interests to ensure impartiality in response.
Religion News 3 August
Abuse of power among Roman Catholic nuns; Bishops urge vaccination against Covid19;…
Church of England safeguarding inquiries go to the top
The Church of England has admitted that there are about 30 separate…
Ministry to resilient hill farming communities during lockdown
Churches in the north west countryside describe how they served remote hill…
Shock at late decision to lockdown North West England three hours before Eid al Adha
A government announcement to prevent people meeting in each others houses 3…
Abrupt lockdown before Eid al Adha: commentators
A government announcement to restrict social contact due to coronavirus, 3 hours…
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By Dr David Robertson In times of stress, people…
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By Rosie Dawson Along with the heartbreaking images of…
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Cardinal George Pell, the former Vatican treasurer, has been…
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By Professor Gordon Lynch How do we explain the…
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By Lianne Kolirin Images of panic-buying and empty supermarket…
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