Bishops release briefing pack for Scottish Election
The Bishops’ Conference of Scotland has published an Election Briefing Pack ahead of the 2026 Scottish Parliament election. View it here. This comprehensive resource aims to guide Catholics in Scotland to engage thoughtfully and prayerfully in the democratic process, reflecting on their responsibilities as citizens and disciples of Jesus Christ. The briefing highlights key principles […]
Scotland rejects assisted suicide
The Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill was defeated by 69 votes to 57 at Holyrood last night. Bishop John Keenan, President of the Bishops’ Conference of Scotland, said: “MSPs can be confident that they have taken the correct and responsible course of action, “Their vote serves to protect some of Scotland’s most […]
MSPs to vote on Assisted Suicide this Tuesday
MSPs face a binary choice on assisted dying: a new autonomy for some or protecting thousands of vulnerable and fearful Scots, writes Bishop John Keenan. On Tuesday they will cast their final vote on the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill—legislation that would change healthcare forever by permitting, for the first time, physician-assisted […]
Watch: Kill the Bill
The Assisted Dying for Terminally ill Adults (Scotland) bill is one of the most consequential pieces of legislation to come before the Scottish Parliament. It fundamentally alters the human perspective of life and death. This mini-documentary highlights why it is unsafe, particularly for the vulnerable, the disabled and those who are at risk of coercion. […]
International clergy meet First Minister at Bute House
Priests from the Archdiocese were welcomed to Bute House, the official residence of the First Minister John Swinney, on Monday The delegation of 14 international priests, led by Canon Kenneth Owens, Vicar Episcopal for International Clergy, represented countries including Nigeria, India, Argentina, Sri Lanka and Scotland, reflecting the rich international contribution to their work in […]
Bishops Challenge Scot Gov over conscience rights
The Bishops’ Conference of Scotland has expressed deep concern over the Scottish Government’s response to proposed amendments to the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill. The amendments, tabled by John Mason MSP and Paul O’Kane MSP, seek to introduce provisions allowing organisations—including hospices, care homes, and faith‑based institutions—to exercise conscientious objection. In its […]
OPINION: ‘Why MSPs must reject Assisted Suicide’
Scotland stands at a pivotal moment. As Parliament prepares to vote on the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill, we must ask what kind of society we want to be, writes Anthony Horan, Director of the Scottish Catholic Parliamentary Office. Though presented as compassionate and carefully controlled, this legislation would cross an irreversible […]
Rose receives Archdiocesan medal
Congratulations to Rose Hardie who received the Archdiocesan Medal this morning during Mass at St Andrew’s Church in Livingston. The award recognises her commitment to Catholic education and the Church over many years. Rose is deputy head at Howden St Andrew’s Primary, which she attended as a pupil, and she is a lifelong parishioner at […]
Young Catholics inspired at record-breaking pro-life conference
Young people from across the Archdiocese recently attended the best-attended SPUC Youth Conference ever. Themed “The Culture Awakens”, the conference brought together nearly 300 young pro-life advocates from across the UK. Each year the Archdiocese sponsors young people to attend the conference as part of its efforts to encourage and support pro-life leadership among students […]
My journey through faith
Gen Z is leading the turnaround in church attendance, refuting the myth of church decline. Victor Martinez was one of 35 people who were received into the Church at St Mary’s Cathedral in Easter last year, receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation. Here he shares his faith journey. *** Four years ago, I was proudly explaining […]