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Church of England Appoints Dr Linsay Cunningham to Lead Faith and Public Life Division

The Church of England has named Dr Linsay Cunningham as its new Director of Faith and Public Life, effective September 14. The role will focus on strengthening engagement with policymakers and managing national public affairs partnerships.
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London Ambulance Service Sees Record Emergency Demand as Heatwave Intensifies
British Chambers of Commerce Warns of Prolonged Weak Investment Climate Through 2027
Bank of England Holds Interest Rates as Inflation Risks Persist
UK Construction Sector Faces One Percent Contraction Amid Cost and Investment Pressures
Former DUP Leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson Convicted of Sexual Offences
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