This section provides regular updates on faith-related developments nationwide. You will also find links to useful information on faith-related legislation and policies, initiatives and events.

The Inter Faith Forum continuously monitors interfaith developments in London and across the UK. Positioning itself at the heart of the national debate is essential if the forum is to work effectively on behalf of local faith communities.

Links

www.homeoffice.gov.ukequality-diversity/faith-and-religion

These web pages provide a definitive insight into central government thinking on interfaith issues.

The Home Office is a vital link between central government and the UK’s diverse faith communities. Its objectives are fully in line with the Inter-Faith’s commitment to shaping a society in which different belief systems are understood, respected and valued.

It understands that the experience and resources of the faith communities are essential to ensuring that these communities are given the opportunity to participate full in society through voluntary activity and other faith-based activities.

Among many useful documents, the Home Office web site carries:

Working together: co-operation between government and faith communities

These recommendations were published by the Home Office Faith and Communities Unit following its comprehensive review of how government departments work with faith communities.

Launched in early 2004, these recommendations are aimed at government departments as well as faith communities.