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A Landmark Victory for Human Dignity and the Protection of Life

A Landmark Victory for Human Dignity and the Protection of Life Bishop John Keenan, President of the Bishops’ Conference of Scotland, has written the following statement after today’s vote in ...

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Bishop Frank Dougan’s Homily for the March for Life Mass at Westminster Cathedral

Bishop Frank Dougan delivered the homily at the March for Life Mass in Westminster Cathedral on Saturday, 5 September 2026, offering a reflection on the dignity and preciousness of every ...

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Justice & Peace Scotland Statement on UK Measures Against Illegal Israeli Settlements

Justice & Peace Scotland Statement on UK Measures Against Illegal Israeli Settlements Justice & Peace Scotland welcomes ​the announcement by the UK Government of a ban on imports from illegal ...

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Proposed Abortion Motion Raises Profound Ethical Concerns

Proposed Abortion Motion Raises Profound Ethical Concerns It is deeply troubling to hear that SNP members may be asked to vote on a motion seeking to remove legal protections relating ...

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Programme for Government 2026-31: A Welcome Focus on the Vulnerable, But Concerns Remain

Programme for Government 2026-31: A Welcome Focus on the Vulnerable, But Concerns Remain The Scottish Government’s Programme for Government 2026-31 contains a wide range of proposals that connect with the ...

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Bishop John Keenan: Scotland Must Stand with Both Mother and Child

Bishop John Keenan: Scotland Must Stand with Both Mother and Child I note with concern the Scottish Government’s response to a recent parliamentary question on abortion law and access to ...

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Religious Freedom Is a Right, Not a Privilege: Bishop Keenan Urges Support for ACN Petition

On 22nd August, the world marked the United Nations’ International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief. Ahead of the annual day, Bishop John ...

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Pope Leo XIV Challenges Leaders to Put Human Dignity First in the Age of AI

On Friday, 21 August 2026, Pope Leo XIV addressed participants in the meeting of the International Catholic Legislators Network at Clementine Hall.

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Bishop calls for Human Dignity and Common Good to shape Programme for Government

Bishop calls for Human Dignity and Common Good to shape Programme for Government As the Scottish Government prepares to publish its Programme for Government, Bishop John Keenan, President of the ...

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Final appeal to Catholics ahead of Westminster assisted suicide vote

Final appeal to Catholics ahead of Westminster assisted suicide vote Bishop John Keenan has issued a pastoral letter urging Catholics across Scotland to contact their MPs ahead of the return ...

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