Former MP, Rob Flello, has taken up the post of Chairman of the Catholic Union.
Mr Flello, who was the Labour MP for Stoke on Trent South from 2005-2017, was elected unopposed at the Catholic Union’s AGM on Thursday 28 October.
The AGM took place in the Throne Room of Archbishop’s House in Westminster for a belated celebration of the Catholic Union’s 150th anniversary, which it marked in 2020. Sir Edward Leigh MP was re-elected as President of the organisation.
During his twelve years in Parliament, Rob Flello became one of the most outspoken voices on the Labour benches in favour of pro-life causes and was a member of the All-Party Parliamentary Pro-Life Group.
Mr Flello took up his position as Chairman of the Catholic Union immediately following the AGM.
Catholic Union Chairman, Rob Flello, comments: “I am honoured and humbled to be elected as Chair of the 150-year old Catholic Union of Great Britain. I look forward to building on the great work of my predecessors in this role and leading the organisation to embrace the opportunities before us.
“At a time when the sanctity of life is constantly under threat and our politicians need to hear an authentic Catholic voice, we will be fulfilling that long-standing mission with a refreshed determination.”
Catholic Union Director, Nigel Parker, comments: “Rob is a great addition to the Catholic Union team. He brings with him a wealth of parliamentary experience and a strong track record of speaking up for his faith in the public sphere. I look forward to working with him in his new role.”