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Written question asked by Lord Patten (Conservative) on Wednesday, 6 December 2017, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 20 December 2017. It was answered by Lord Bourne of Aberystwyth (Conservative) on Tuesday, 19 December 2017 on behalf of the Department for Communities and Local Government.

Roman Catholic Church

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government whether they regularly meet the Roman Catholic hierarchy of England and Wales to discuss public policy issues.

Answer

As Minister for Faith I meet with members of the Catholic hierarchy in the course of my work. In March 2017 I met the Archbishop of Westminster, Cardinal Vincent Nichols. In November 2016 I visited St John's Cathedral in Portsmouth, in March 2017 St Mary’s Cathedral in Newcastle upon Tyne and, in July 2017, the Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral to learn about the excellent work these cathedrals do to support their communities.

I plan to visit more Catholic places of worship in the coming year. The Government wholeheartedly supports the invaluable work being done by people around the country who are inspired by their faith and we are making sure that the voices of people of faith are heard in Government, as is appropriate.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL3947
Session
2017-19
Subjects
Roman Catholic Church
Link
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