PA: British Isles & Ireland
Thursday, 20 July 2023 18:22
Mike Pilavachi and safeguarding
The Diocese of St Albans has reported, ‘We have been informed of the resignation of Canon Mike Pilavachi from his employment at Soul Survivor Watford, and want to stress that a safeguarding investigation will continue in…
Friday, 14 July 2023 08:40
Beacons of prayer and worship in the countryside
Gatherings or expressions of prayer and worship occur daily throughout rural Britain, often focused on local ministry and needs. Quiet spaces, indoors and out, are offered for those seeking a place to be still in the…
Friday, 14 July 2023 08:37
BBC’s damaged reputation
The Sun newspaper reported that a well-known BBC presenter has paid over £35,000 to a 17-year-old to fund his drug habit in exchange for explicit images of himself. A week later the BBC suspended Huw Edwards.…
Friday, 14 July 2023 08:35
Illegal Migration Bill
The Illegal Migration bill is central to stopping small boats crossing the Channel. A Lords sitting on the Bill branded it disgraceful and made changes. On 12 July MPs rejected those changes. Theresa May said the…
Friday, 14 July 2023 00:24
Public think Tories incompetent
An Ipsos poll of 1,087 people conducted between June 30 and July 3 suggests Rishi Sunak still has a long way to go to restore the Conservatives’ reputation for competence. Just 23% of people questioned said…
Friday, 14 July 2023 00:21
Downing Street faith summit
A summit on faith in the workplace was held in the PM’s office at No 10. It was chaired by Christian MP John Glen, chief secretary to the Treasury. National and multinational companies shared how they…