British Isles

Persecution of British Muslims who change their faith

22 Nov 2014
A growing number of Christians in Britain who come from a Muslim background are facing persecution, warns Release International. They include Yasmin whose ex-husband planned to kill her. She was attacked in the street and taken…

Final approval given for women bishops at General Synod

22 Nov 2014
On Monday The Church of England today gave the final seal of approval to the appointment of women bishops, following the passing of legislation by the General Synod in July. At the Synod's meeting at Church…

Schools being told 'Sex at 13 is normal'

15 Nov 2014
Schools are being recommended a teaching resource suggesting that ‘sex at 13’ is normal, a Parliamentary committee has been told. Appearing in front of the Education Select Committee today, Sarah Carter of the Family Education Trust…

Nearly half of British Christians think religion is a 'negative force'

15 Nov 2014
Around 45% of Christians in Britain think religion is a negative force in modern life, with around a third believing it does more good than harm. Christians also think that atheists and religious people are just…