Religion News 3 August
Abuse of power among Roman Catholic nuns; Bishops urge vaccination against Covid19; Eid al-Adha festival in lockdown; Dean: Sheffield Cathedral singing not ‘thrilling’.
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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 hours before a big Muslim festival, has provoked shock and disappointment.
Abrupt lockdown before Eid al Adha: commentators
A government announcement to restrict social contact due to coronavirus, 3 hours before a big Muslim festival, has provoked shock and disappointment. Suggested commentators here.