Tim Farron resigns as Liberal Democrat leader, saying it felt ‘impossible’ to lead party and be Christian
‘I have found myself torn between living as a faithful Christian and serving as a political leader’
Record number of women choosing ‘selective’ abortions when pregnant with twins
More than 140 women pregnant with twins, triplets or quadruplets chose to abort at least one baby in 2016
Cardinal Sarah: Criticisms of Benedict XVI are ‘diabolical’
The cardinal said some criticisms of the former pope’s preface to his latest book were ‘diabolical and cover the Church with a mantle of sadness and shame’
Conservatives pledge to abolish ‘unfair’ admissions cap for Catholic schools
The law has effectively stopped the Church from opening new academies and free schools
Benedict XVI: Cardinal Sarah is the right man to guard the liturgy
The retired pope has given a rare endorsement of a serving Church official
Lib Dem leader abandons anti-abortion stance after Guardian questioning
Tim Farron had previously said abortions were too widely available and called for restrictions
Can Catholics and Protestants still debate Mary? Last night I saw they can
Frank, uncompromising and at times brutally honest, the debate shows an alternative way forward for ecumenical dialogue
Labour waters down Northern Ireland abortion pledge
The party had pledged to legalise the practice in the province without mentioning the Northern Ireland Assembly
Bishops emphasise protection of EU citizens’ rights in general election guidance
‘Where do your candidates stand on the future of EU citizens in the UK and reciprocal rights for UK citizens in the EU?’ the bishops ask.
