Will Scotland act on the case for freedom of worship?

In January, the Scottish government became the only government in the UK – and in most of Europe – to forcibly close churches as part of their lockdown measures, writes Elizabeth Francis. The decision placed Scottish worshippers in a difficult situation. Many want to take all efforts to care for the vulnerable. Yet with other... Read More

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August 26, 2020

What are the rules on face coverings in UK schools?

The Government has tweaked the rules for face coverings in schools in England after coming under pressure to follow Scotland’s example, where older pupils will be required to wear face coverings in between lessons from next week. Here, we look at the policy on face coverings in schools across the UK. – What measures have... Read More

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August 30, 2019

Million thanks as WEE BOX makes such a big difference

SCIAF’s WEE BOX Big Change appeal raised an incredible £925,869 for the charity’s life-changing work with people devastated by hunger, poverty, war and natural disasters in some of the poorest countries in the world. Scotland’s National Chef, and MasterChef: The Professionals winner, Gary Maclean reunited with pupils from Holyrood Secondary School after they launched the... Read More

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November 8, 2018

Bishop offers support, prayers to all affected by proposed Michelin plant closure

The Bishop of Dunkeld has offered his support and prayers to all those affected by the proposed Michelin plant closure in Dundee. The firm announced that the tyre factory will close by mid-2020 after it deemed it “unsuitable” in the current climate. However, Michelin bosses have now given Scottish Economy Secretary Derek Mackay until the... Read More

News – UK and Ireland

March 1, 2018

Get more involved in politics, Scots told

In a new national initiative, the Director of the Scottish Catholic Church’s Parliamentary Office, Anthony Horan, has written to the Catholic priests of Scotland asking them to encourage their parishioners to become more involved in politics. Mr Horan says he wants them to ensure politicians are aware of what’s happening in their parishes. The call... Read More

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May 28, 2015

Assisted Suicide Scotland Bill rejected by MSPs

MSPs have rejected the Assisted Suicide Scotland Bill following a debate at Holyrood. The Bill, which was rejected by 82 votes to 36, would have allowed people suffering with terminal or life-shortening illnesses to seek assistance in ending their life. The late independent MSP, Margo MacDonald originally introduced the idea of the Assisted Suicide Bill... Read More

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Will Scotland act on the case for freedom of worship?

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Million thanks as WEE BOX makes such a big difference

Bishop offers support, prayers to all affected by proposed Michelin plant closure

Get more involved in politics, Scots told

Assisted Suicide Scotland Bill rejected by MSPs

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