Staff writer
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UK one of the most challenging countries for Christians in Europe
The UK is among the top five European countries where Christians face the "most severe challenges" for their faith, according to a new report.
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Government to extend conversion therapy consultation
The government has announced it will be extending the consultation on its proposed conversion therapy ban by eight weeks.
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We're prepared to go to prison, say Christians opposed to conversion therapy ban
Over 500 church leaders from across the UK have written to the government to say they are prepared to face criminal charges if a conversion therapy ban is introduced.
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Church groups settle discrimination case against Scotland's largest grant-making trust
Scotland's largest grant-making trust has admitted unlawful discrimination against two church groups after cancelling their bookings.
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Put a stop to travel red lists, says Archbishop
The Archbishop of Canterbury said the red list was a form of "travel apartheid".
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One in five young adults will rely on charity this Christmas
The Salvation Army is warning of financial hardship for young people this Christmas, despite many being in full-time employment.
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Scottish Churches sign landmark declaration to deepen relationship
A historic declaration has been signed by the Church of Scotland and Scottish Episcopal Church to formalise a closer relationship between the two.
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Young people more likely to attend a place of worship over Christmas - poll
Young people are twice as likely as those over the age of 55 to go to a place of worship this Christmas, new research has found.
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Rich countries urged to share vaccine amid Omicron concerns
As the international community grapples with the Omicron variant, the Bishop of Durham is calling on the UK government to "commit to redoubling efforts" to achieve vaccine equity.
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Iranian Supreme Court's ruling on Christians gives hope for religious freedom
The Supreme Court of Iran has ruled that belonging to a house church does not make Christians "enemies of the state".
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Church of England releases first ever Christmas single
The Church of England is hoping its first ever Christmas single will reach more people with the story of the birth of Jesus.
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Get the booster jab, says Church of England as Omicron spreads
With increased concern over the spread of the new Omicron variant, the Church of England is advising people to take the booster jab as soon as they can.