By James Mildred2023-02-24T11:52:00
Classic liberalism means everyone’s views have a place in the national conversation, says James Mildred. If Hindus and Muslims can lead political parties and hold high office, why can’t an evangelical Christian?
“To stop people from saying what they really feel is overly draconian.” So said Kemi Badenoch in an interview with Politico. She was talking about Kate Forbes and the media storm that has surrounded her in recent days.
What Badenoch was articulating in her defence of Forbes was classical liberalism. The idea is that you have your own beliefs and worldview and, naturally, that shapes how you think about everything. It doesn’t mean everyone will agree with you, but it does mean your ideas and convictions can be part of the national conversation. You have a right to be heard.
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2023-04-27T12:28:00Z By Colin Bloom
A landmark review into faith engagement has found the government needs to recognise faith groups as a force for good. Much more must be done to improve religious literacy, as well as tackling harms such as extremism, says it’s author, Colin Bloom
2023-04-21T13:56:00Z By Ross Hendry
Bullying occurs in the boardroom, the classroom and even in government, says Ross Hendry. As Christians, we should be thankful that the standards and values in public life, rooted so much in the Bible, have been upheld
2023-03-30T10:47:00Z By Nick Fletcher
As a response to the declining value placed on our Christian heritage, Nick Fletcher MP has tabled a motion in parliament to discuss the value it brings to society and the hope offered in Christ
2024-10-23T15:42:00Z By Tim Farron MP
The US election is just weeks away, but new research suggests at least 32 million Christians won’t be voting. Tim Farron makes the case for why believers should engage in the democratic process
2024-10-22T07:12:00Z By Lois McLatchie-Miller
The conviction of Adam Smith-Connor for silent prayer inside an abortion clinic “buffer zone” marks an era-defining moment. The law needs clarifying urgently, says Lois McLatchie-Millar, before the UK’s human right’s record becomes an international laughing stock
2024-10-21T13:48:00Z By Steve Beegoo
The government is breaking the law by discriminating against private Christians schools. That’s according to The King’s School in Hampshire who are challenging Labour’s decision to introduce VAT on private school fees. Christian Concern’s Steve Beegoo explains why he’s supportive of the legal action
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