PA: British Isles & Ireland
Friday, 19 October 2018 00:23
British victims of modern slavery
A report has revealed that the number of British people referred to the Salvation Army’s specialist support for adult victims of modern slavery has nearly doubled since last year to 86 people - and that is…
Friday, 19 October 2018 00:21
Praying for our communities
The following is part of a recent prayer and declaration from Passion for the Nation: ‘We come into agreement with Jesus’ words, “Any kingdom divided against itself will be ruined, and a house divided against itself…
Friday, 12 October 2018 00:18
Peace on our streets
Tens of thousands of young people are caught up in criminal activity and violence every year. The recent upsurge in knife crime is both terrifying and heart-breaking. It is time now for Christians to fight this…
Friday, 12 October 2018 00:14
Transgender - concerns over damage to girls
Therapists fear losing their jobs if they attempt to help a child explore why they may feel they were ‘born in the wrong body’. Therapists can only affirm a patient’s confusion or face being found guilty…
Friday, 12 October 2018 00:10
Bishop challenges Government on climate change
Following a report by a UN panel (see article ‘New UN report on climate change’ in world section), the Bishop of Salisbury said that the evidence shows that climate change risks are now critical. Ours is…
Friday, 12 October 2018 00:01
Aasia Bibi: dementia and court appeal
Reports from Pakistan have prompted fears that British Christian mother-of-five Aasia Bibi, held in prison there for over nine years, is displaying symptoms of dementia. The British Pakistan Christian Association (BPCA) cited a recent visit to…