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Christian demoted for expressing views on marriage
October 24th, 2011 | Religious Freedom, Sexual Orientation
A public sector employee in Manchester has been demoted after he posted comments on his private facebook page questioning the idea of homosexual ‘marriages’ taking place on religious premises.
Widdecombe urges protection for Christians as well as homosexuals
October 21st, 2011 | International Persecution, Religious Freedom, Sexual Orientation
Ann Widdecombe, the long-standing Conservative MP, is expected to criticise the government’s policy on cutting aid to countries which have laws against homosexuality whilst failing to take a stand against countries which persecute Christians.
European Court issues ruling to protect human embryos
October 19th, 2011 | Bioethics
One of Europe’s top courts has issued a landmark judgment which continues to protect human life at its earliest stages. The European Court of Justice (ECJ) was asked to rule on a patent for a technique developed by Oliver Bruestle at the University of Bonn.
Backdoor euthanasia in the NHS
October 19th, 2011 | End of life
Official watchdog, the ‘Care Quality Commission’ (CQC), has found that hospitals are making use of ‘do not resuscitate’ (DNR) orders outside of medical guidelines, and that these potentially-lethal notices are being placed on the files of patients simply because they are old and frail.
Police force displays rainbow stickers at front desks to promote ‘diversity’
October 14th, 2011 | Sexual Orientation
North Wales Police have announced that it will now be displaying rainbow stickers at the front desks of all its’ police stations as a sign of their “commitment to the LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender) community.”
High Court judge issues caution over homosexual parenting arrangements
October 13th, 2011 | Family, Same-Sex 'Parenting', Sexual Orientation
A High Court judge has warned of the emotional damage to children that can result from complicated parenting arrangements involving homosexual couples deciding to have children through IVF. The judge made the comments in a ruling which concluded a case between a male and a female couple over parenting rights.
Former SNP leader criticises government’s homosexual ‘marriage’ plans
October 12th, 2011 | Sexual Orientation
Gordon Wilson, the former SNP leader, has spoken out against the Scottish government’s proposals to legalise homosexual ‘marriage.’ His comments come amidst increasing unease within the SNP over the proposed moves.
New measures to stop sexualisation of children
October 11th, 2011 | Family, Social
The Prime Minister has backed measures which aim to safeguard children from being exposed to overtly sexual content. A website called Parentport has been launched on which parents can report material they deem to be inappropriate for children. This includes media such as TV, online, film, advertising, computer games and magazines.
PM’s speech criticised by church leaders
October 6th, 2011 | Family, Sexual Orientation
The Prime Minister has faced a backlash from Christian leaders after stating in his speech yesterday at the Conservative party conference that he backed legalising homosexual ‘marriage.’ Mr Cameron said in his speech: “We're consulting on legalising gay marriage. To anyone who has reservations, I say: Yes, it's about equality, but it's also about something else: commitment.
Local councils told to stop prayers at meetings
October 4th, 2011 | Social, Religious Freedom
Two local councils in South East England have been told to stop holding prayers at the beginning of their council meetings. Mayfield parish council in East Sussex had voted to include prayers in their meetings but was then told by the Sussex Association of Local Councils that these were not appropriate for a public meeting and should be taken off the agenda.
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