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Risen

A new film which has been described as ‘the sequel to The Passion Of The Christ’ will be shown in UK cinemas from 18th March. Risen tells the biblical story of Jesus’ resurrection through the eyes ofsceptical Roman soldier Clavius (Joseph Fiennes). See page 95 for our review of the film.

 

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80 million chocolate Easter eggs are expected to be sold in Britain this year. The figure accounts for 10% of annual spending on chocolate

The number of people applying to teach religious education in the UK has risen by 31%

60% of Brits favour staying in the European Union, according to a poll by NatCen Social Research

81% of evangelicals agree that greed is one of the greatest sins of our time