MP tables bill to make Freedom of Religion or Belief Envoy a permanent role

Jim Shannon, MP for Strangford and a member of Christians in Parliament, has tabled a private members bill to make the Special Envoy for Freedom of Religion and Belief a permanent position. The role was occupied by the former Conservative MP Fiona Bruce, who had campaigned for the same thing before parliament was abruptly dissolved, and an election was called in which she lost her seat. Labour has not filled the position since winning power. The bill will be debated on Friday 29 November, the same day as the assisted dying bill.