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Feb 21, 2012
The proper place for religion in British public life
Fascinating conversation between Richard Dawkins and Will Hutton about faith and the State in Sunday's Observer - so I thought I'd join in. read more
Feb 17, 2012
Think universal, act local
This week's rancorous debate about localism, faith and the UK state is likely to continue - until we find a space to collectively and peacefully identify the universal principles that guide us. read more
Jan 31, 2012
Religion for Atheists
Why steal from religion to refashion ourselves and society, as Alain de Botton suggests in his new book, when a tailor-made 'religion for atheists' is already available? read more
Dec 31, 2011
The King’s – and Queen’s – Speech
Is it treasonable to question the Queen's role as 'defender of the faith', as well as the next-in-line's wish to be 'defender of faith'? read more
Dec 23, 2011
God is dead, Mr. Cameron
David Cameron has declared that "Britain is a Christian country and we should not be afraid to say so". Yet even a cursory glance around him would indicate that - for most of us at least - God died some time ago. read more

