Why scrapping prayer at local council meetings is not being neutral

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Last month, St Albans Council banned all types of prayer at the start of their meetings. Should you care if your local representatives pray before making decisions? Simon Calvert from the Christian Institute and Clare De Silva, former Borough Councillor, joined Esther Higham to discuss this.

Released on 10 Apr 2025

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