The Equality and Human Rights Commission's desire to intervene in four cases of alleged discrimination against Christians faces criticism.

If Church of England leaders continue to discriminate against even those lesbians and gays who have made considerable sacrifices out of respect for church discipline, there will be considerable damage to its credibility as a force for love and justice in the world, says Savi Hensman.

Mention of religion and belief is largely absent from the government’s announcements on its new equalities strategy, humanists are saying.

Lord Carey of Clifton has had his call for special legal provisions for Christians roundly rejected by lawyers, human rights advocates, commentators - and other Christians.