Throughout last year, I had the pleasure of meeting many of Scotland’s faith communities and have enjoyed learning more about their traditions and hearing about their experiences (writes Communities Secretary AILEEN CAMPBELL). Continue reading There is room for everyone in Scotland
In her Easter message, Prime Minister Theresa May speaks about shared values and religious freedom, and wishes everyone a very happy Easter: Continue reading Prime Minister’s Easter Message
The Scottish Government has a clear message for people from around Europe who have chosen to live and work in Scotland – you are welcome here! Continue reading Reassurance for EU nationals: make yourself at home
‘Scotland is an open and welcoming country and that prejudice, hate and racism will not be tolerated, now or at any time.’
‘We chose to be an open, inclusive and outward-looking society where other EU citizens are welcome to live, work and contribute’ –
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon
The Scottish Government’s overriding priority is to protect Scotland’s relationship with, and place in, the EU, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon told Holyrood yesterday. Continue reading First Minister: Scotland has no place for hate and racism
Making a difference through dialogue
Yesterday saw the launch of Scottish Interfaith Week at Edinburgh’s Our Dynamic Earth.
Organised by Interfaith Scotland, the week of activities provides opportunities for people from different religions and beliefs to come together to share ideas with one another on matters of religious, national and civic importance.
This year, the theme for the week is ‘Care for the Environment’ and there are lots of events taking place across the city. A full programme can be found here
