Churches

: Members of the General Synod react after blessings for same-sex couples was approved in a vote by the General Synod at The Church House.

Church of England votes to offer blessings to same sex couples Sophie Wills

Ellie Gomersall says the report reveals the "appalling state" of the purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) sector

Call for reform of student accommodation Ian Swanson

The Rev Fiona Smith, principal clerk to the Church of Scotland's General Assembly, says the new register will mean huge costs for the churches

New register will 'hit churches' work with poor' Ian Swanson

Readers' letters: Nicola plays spot the difference with truth By The Newsroom

Chocolate Easter Eggs are a traditional gift at this time of year (photo: adobe)

Traditions of Easter ... historical meaning and significance explained Nigel Booth

St Andrews and St Georges West Church on George Street has only recently reopened after lockdown Pic: Ian Georgeson,

Church plea for later start to Sunday parking charges Ian Swanson

Worshippers have returned to churches in Scotland after a judge ruled coronavirus regulations that forced their closure were unlawful.

Coronavirus Scottish churches reopen for communal worship after ‘important’ legal victory Lucinda Cameron

The Moderator-Designate of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland (who will serve from May 2020-May 2021) Rev Dr Martin Fair

West Lothian churches welcome online visits from General Assembly Moderator Rachel Mackie

A priest will officiate Ash Wednesday by rubbing ashes in a cross-shape onto the head of church-goers, signifying the beginning of Lent (Picture: Getty Images)

This is why Christians observe Ash Wednesday - and what the ashes mean Chelsea Rocks

The majority of the new rules come into force on 16 October

What Northern Ireland's circuit breaker lockdown means for Scottish travel Claire Schofield

Pubs, restaurants, and schools are set to close across Northern Ireland after the Stormont executive agreed to new restrictions in the early hours of Wednesday morning. (Photo by Charles McQuillan/Getty Images)

Northern Ireland imposes four-week lockdown on hospitality and schools Conor Marlborough