A return to even small gatherings for worship will require close observance of social distancing and hygiene requirements, as laid down by the public health authorities.

The coronavirus COVID-19 is ahead of us wherever we turn our gaze. It is as if we are involved in a race against time within time itself, said Archbishop Michael Jackson.

Parish communities asked to consider whether there are vacant properties - houses, granny-flats or spare-rooms which might accommodate refugees.

Criticism of role in signing "Choice on Termination of Pregnancy Bill".