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House of Commons · Ministers' Questions

Coronation

Thursday 27 April 2023 · 2 questions

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Answered 1 Partly answered 1 Not answered 0

Key points

  • The Church of England plans to hold services and events in cathedrals and parish churches nationwide to mark the coronation of King Charles III.
  • Services will take place in Lichfield cathedral on Sunday 7 May.
  • The Church is supporting initiatives like the Big Help Out and the Big Lunch to engage people locally in the coronation celebrations.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Michael Fabricant Con
Religion & Faith
Context

The Church of England is expected to hold numerous events and services in cathedrals and places of worship across the country.

Question

What steps the Church of England plans to take to mark the coronation of His Majesty King Charles III in (a) cathedrals and (b) other places of worship outside of London; and if he will make a statement.

Answer from Andrew Selous

There will be services and events all over the country in cathedrals and parish churches to celebrate the coronation. The one in Lichfield cathedral will be on Sunday 7 May, and I am sure that my hon. Friend will attend if he possibly can.

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Not addressed: The answer did not specify further details or commitments beyond confirming attendance at an event.

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Q2 Michael Fabricant Con
Religion & Faith
Context

The Church of England is involved in numerous initiatives to engage the public and promote community spirit around the coronation.

Question

My hon. Friend has put me on the spot, but I confirm that I will attend. I hope that reassures him. Could he quickly—or even slowly—outline what further work the Church of England is doing to engage people locally in the coronation?

Answer from Andrew Selous

I can reassure my hon. Friend that the Church is doing a great deal in that area. We are supporting the Big Help Out to promote volunteering, along with many charities and businesses, as well as the Big Lunch to break down barriers and combat loneliness. We also have Sing for the King and Ring for the King to promote choral singing and bell ringing, linked to the coronation.

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