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We cannot be indifferent to religious persecution, says bishop for Freedom of Religion and Belief
Bishop James Curry, the Auxiliary Bishop of Westminster and Lead Bishop for Freedom of Religion and Belief, issued a statement marking International Freedom of Religion and Belief Day.
The statement comes ahead of the observance on 27 October 2026. Bishop Curry noted that the day arrives as an increasing number of people face religious persecution.
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