PM praises ‘selfless stoicism’ of churches through the pandemic

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has publicly thanked churches for the role they have played during lockdown and recognised the “selfless stoicism” Christians have demonstrated throughout the Covid-19 pandemic. “I want to say a great big thank you because over the past year or so I have seen over and over again the teachings of Jesus... Read More

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January 25, 2020

MP praises pharmacists as they enter front-line of medical care

Catholic MP Maria Caulfield has welcomed the move to a Pharmacy First model for those in need of medical advice rather than going direct to a GP or A&E. More than 100,000 patients have been referred to pharmacists through the scheme intended to ease the pressure on surgeries and hospitals. “The role of pharmacists is... Read More

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November 8, 2018

TV comedian praises Mass for keeping loneliness at bay

Mass can help in the fight against loneliness, the Irish actor and comedian behind Mrs Brown’s Boys has said. Brendan O’Carroll, best known for his portrayal of matriarch Agnes Brown in the BBC and RTE sitcom, told The Irish Catholic that the parish system in Ireland is a vital source of comfort and support in... Read More

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September 21, 2018

Catholic host praises this year’s X Factor “family feel”

Catholic TV host Dermot O’Leary has praised the “family feel” of this year’s X Factor series. O’Leary, a practising Roman Catholic and CAFOD ambassador, said the family-friendly atmosphere is so strong that children of the show judges make the green room feel like a “crèche”. The long-standing face of the ITV programme said things have... Read More

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