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House of Commons · General Debate

Church Commissioners

22 February 2024 · 2 other contributors

Opened by Fiona Bruce Con Telford

Asylum & RefugeesReligion & Faith

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Fiona Bruce raised concerns about church commissioners in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

Key points

  • Concerns were raised about supporting Anglican churches in countries listed in the World Watch List 2024.
  • The need for strategic thinking and structural change was emphasised.
  • Additional resources from religious leaders are required to address global persecution of religion or belief.

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Opened the debate

Fiona Bruce Con Telford

Asked what steps the Church is taking to support Anglican churches in countries listed in the World Watch List 2024 and emphasised the need for strategic thinking, structural change, and additional resources from religious leaders to effectively tackle global persecution of religion or belief.

Other contributors (2)
  • Andrew Selous Con South West Bedfordshire

    Responded that the Church of England supports Anglican churches through sister Churches and linked missionary societies, providing both prayerful support and practical assistance. He also mentioned the success of Fiona Bruce's International Freedom of Religion or Belief Bill at its Second Reading and highlighted the need for the Church to commit additional resources as Governments step up on this global challenge.

  • Lindsay Hoyle Speaker Chorley

    Noted that the security of all Members is taken very seriously in the House. He mentioned ongoing work and serious conversations about future actions to ensure security, thanking those involved for their efforts.

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