Lecture: Faith’s place in Labour’s mission of national renewal

We are delighted to host this year’s annual lecture for the Religion Media Centre on Thursday 19th September at 6:30pm, featuring Sir Stephen Timms MP, followed by Q&A and reception.

Known for his Christian faith, Sir Stephen has been actively engaged in discussing the role of faith in public life. He was recently chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group on Faith and Society, which considered how to progress the vital role faith groups played during the Covid lockdowns, providing essential food, offering space for vaccination centres, and giving wider mental health and social support. Local authorities recognised that faith organisations can reach deep into society through long-established networks and communities.

This continuing partnership offering front-line support is often codified through a “Faith Covenant” outlining obligations and expectations on both sides. During the election campaign, Sir Keir Starmer wrote to faith leaders, thanking them for their service and pledging that “a mission-led Labour government would ensure strong partnerships with faith communities”, harnessing their energy and creativity to renew the country. We look forward to hearing Sir Stephen outline the practical steps that will take forward this vision.

The event is free to attend. Please register if you wish to do so. There will be a Q&A following the lecture and a chance afterwards to network and chat over drinks.

The Religion Media Centre is an independent, impartial body helping journalists and other media professionals cover world religion and beliefs. They provide accurate, timely and relevant information to the media, to improve religious literacy among journalists, media professionals and engender a wider understanding throughout society.