British Isles

Senior bishop criticises proposed changes to planning rules

31 Oct 2011
The Bishop of Ripon and Leeds, the Rt Rev John Packer, warned that the rules would allow developments when councils had not set out local plans, which would make clear where building can take place. His…

CAB dumps former SNP chief for traditional marriage views

31 Oct 2011
Former leader of the Scottish National Party, Gordon Wilson, has been kicked off the board of Dundee Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) – because of his support for traditional marriage. Earlier this month Mr Wilson responded to…

Muslim minister says Britain should be more Christian

31 Oct 2011
The only Muslim Cabinet minister has said Britain should become more Christian. Writing in The Telegraph, Baroness Warsi suggested it was ok for Christians to be proud of their religion and that having a strong faith…

Atheist help for clergy closet unbelievers

24 Oct 2011
Atheists recently went public with a new website aimed at creating a community for clergy who have lost their faith. The Clergy Project has grown to nearly 100 members since the launch of a private, invitation…