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Scotland abortion figures reach record high
The number of abortions in Scotland last year reached a record high, prompting calls for the "urgent" reinstatement of in-person consultations before every abortion.
Thousands sign petition protesting Progress Pride flags on London's Regent Street
Nearly 20,000 people have signed a petition protesting plans to display Progress Pride flags along one of London's most famous thoroughfares.
Free Church of Scotland expresses sorrow over historical slavery links
The Free Church of Scotland has expressed "sorrow" over the "historical sins" of members of the denomination in relation to slavery.
Employment tribunal hears case of theology lecturer dismissed over homosexuality comments
A theology lecturer who lost his job over comments he made about homosexuality on social media is having his case heard by an employment tribunal today.
'Heartfelt and sober apology' over behaviour of Pioneer founder Gerald Coates
The Pioneer church network has issued a "heartfelt and sober apology" after an independent review concluded that late founder Gerald Coates' behaviour had fallen "significantly short of expected standards at the time".
Calls for prayer ahead of general election
Christians are being asked to pray as the nation prepares to go to the polls on 4 July.
Fund free debt advice to help people survive cost of living crisis, says charity
Christians Against Poverty is calling for an increase in funding for free debt advice to stop more households falling into crippling debt after two years of high living costs.
International community urged to act after death of Eritrean church leader in prison
Appeals have been made to the international community to put pressure on Eritrea to uphold religious liberty after the death of a church leader in prison.
Pro-life groups relieved after Sunak calls snap general election
Pro-life groups say it is good news that Rishi Sunak has called a snap General Election for 4 July as it means that the Criminal Justice Bill and extreme abortion amendments tabled by MPs are "very unlikely to survive".
Majority of Scots have 'no religion', Census reveals
New data has been published in Scotland revealing for the first time that a majority of people in the country do not have a religion.
Church of England spending millions to attract more young people
The Church of England is spending millions of pounds on mission and evangelism projects in a bid to get more children and young people through parish doors.
MPs want return to in-person consultations for home abortions
A group of MPs has tabled an amendment to reinstate in-person consultations for home abortions.
Poll reveals many parents concerned about sex education
New research has found widespread concern among parents about the content of relationships and sex education (RSE) lessons.
Church of England attendance remains below pre-pandemic levels
The Church of England has failed to return to pre-pandemic levels of attendance, latest figures show.
Christian teenager killed in sword attack laid to rest
The family of a 14 year old killed in a sword attack in London last month have paid tribute to him after his funeral on Friday.
Poll finds young religious Brits are committed to their faith but Christians lack confidence
The results point to a "youth revival of faith" but a "crisis of confidence" among Christians, according to the IIFL.