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Church Commissioners
04 March 2021
Lead MP
Rob Butler
Aylesbury
Con
Debate Type
General Debate
Tags
Foreign Affairs
Other Contributors: 2
At a Glance
Rob Butler raised concerns about church commissioners in the House of Commons. A government minister responded. Other MPs also contributed.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Government Response
Explained that the Church of England works closely with the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office to address issues of faith-based persecution. He mentioned a visit to the Indian high commissioner in London as an example of raising such issues and highlighted efforts to educate young people about freedom of religion or belief in countries like the Gambia, Pakistan, and Bangladesh.
Rob Butler
Con
Aylesbury
Asked about the Church of England's involvement in helping Christian charities in India and preventing faith-based persecution, highlighting concerns from local church congregants.
Fiona Bruce
Con
Congleton
Inquired about efforts by the Church of England to educate young people globally on the importance of freedom of religion or belief, noting that 83% of the world's population live in countries with inadequate respect for this right.
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