On 14 May, the Catholic Union attended the Christians in Government annual conference at the Emmanuel Centre in London. The topic for this year was: “What would William Wilberforce say to us today?”. Christians in Government is a non-denominational (but mostly evangelical Protestant) staff network connecting, supporting and representing Christians working in UK national Government. It is formally recognised by Cabinet Office to represent and […]
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Catholic Union responds to Queen’s Speech
Following the Queen’s Speech, delivered by the Prince of Wales on 10 May, the Catholic Union has issued the following response. Catholic Union Director, Nigel Parker, comments: “It’s right that easing the cost of living for families should be front and centre of the Queen’s Speech. Families across the country are seeing costs going up […]
Nigel Parker attends Catholic Independent Schools’ Conference
Between 28-29 April, the annual Catholic Independent Schools’ Conference (CISC) took place at Hanbury Manor, Hertfordshire. The theme of the conference was: ‘Who Am I to Judge?…What Are We to Do?’ – ‘“…but let the one who has never sinned throw the first stone!” Then he stooped down again and wrote in the dust.’ (Jn.8:7-8). […]
Lord Moylan asks Question on Sacramental Access in Emergencies
On 26 April, Lord Moylan asked HM Government what plans they have to put in place a multi-professional strategy for the emergency services concerning the attendance of ministers of religion at the scene of situations involving serious injury. Responding to the Oral Question, Baroness Williams of Trafford (Minister of State, Home Office) highlighted the recently revised guidelines from […]
Welcome return for Catholic Union’s St Thomas More Circle
The Catholic Union held its annual Mass and reception for supporters of its St Thomas More Circle on Thursday 21 April. The event took place at St Mary’s, Cadogan Street, in Chelsea, not far from the home of St Thomas More – the Catholic Union’s Patron Saint. It was the first time in two years […]
What is the role of Catholics in the public sphere?
The following homily was given on the 21 April 2022 at St Mary’s Catholic Church, Chelsea, by Fr Shaun Middleton. The Mass was for the St Thomas More Circle Benefactors and Supporters, who give generously towards making the work of the Catholic Union possible. On the feast of St. Francis of Assisi, 4 October 2020, […]
Recruitment of Public Affairs and Communications Assistant
The Catholic Union is recruiting! Please see the job advert below and forward it to anyone who might be interested in this exciting opportunity. Many thanks! Public Affairs and Communications Assistant (Part time, 1-2 days a week) The Catholic Union of Great Britain (CUGB) is a faith-based NGO and represents the views and interests of […]
Catholic Union updates MPs and peers on recent work
Ahead of Easter, the Catholic Union has updated our members and supporters in Parliament on our recent work and news. Our latest Parliamentary Update includes an update on the new police guidance on the Last Rites, our reaction to the Spring Statement, as well as our work promoting religious freedom at home and abroad. Read […]
Catholic Leaders Respond to Invasion of Ukraine

Following President Putin’s decision to recognise the independence of the self-declared Luhansk and Donetsk People’s Republics, Russian troops launched a large-scale invasion of Ukraine on 24 February. Church leaders and organisations have issued various statements in response to the crisis. A compilation of these, alongside a selection of relevant news articles, can be found below. […]
Summer Gathering 2022
We are delighted to announce that the Catholic Union will be holding a Summer Gathering on Saturday 23 July 2022 at St Mary’s College, Oscott, the famous seminary in Sutton Coldfield, near Birmingham. The present home of Oscott dates from 1838 and is largely the work of the great Catholic architect, AWN Pugin. He […]