The President of the Catholic Union, the Rt Hon Sir Edward Leigh MP has written to the Prime Minister today calling on the Government to publish the evidence and scientific advice that led to the decision to close places of worship for services.ย He says that “without such evidence, banning communal worship is a clearly disproportionate response”.ย See full text below.

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At this moment of sadness and loss I pray for the repose of the soul of Prince Philip, Her Majesty the Queenโs faithful and loyal husband. I pray for the Queen and all of the Royal Family.
Interesting event coming up next week with PM's Special Envoy for Freedom of Religion or Belief, Fiona Bruce MP ๐๐๐
In preparation for the May elections, @catholictories are holding a virtual prayer breakfast on 15 April 2021.
Fiona Bruce MP will speak on faith and politics, and we'll be joined by @julian_brazier and @DavidBurrowesUK as well.
More info here: http://catholictori.es/prayerbreakfast/