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I note with concern the Scottish Government’s response to a recent parliamentary question on abortion law and access to later-stage abortion services. While the Government has indicated that it has no immediate plans to reform abortion law in 2026–27, it has also reaffirmed its intention to consult on the recommendations of the abortion law review advisory group and to establish …
On Saturday 21st February, 2026, parishioners gathered for a powerful day of reflection hosted by Bishop Andrew and our local Dundee SPUC branch. The event served as a poignant reminder that building a “culture of life” begins with informed minds and prayerful hearts. Emmet Dooley, SPUC Education Manager, highlighted the vital role of the pro-life family. His mission is one of immense scale; …
MSPs Reject Key Amendments to Assisted Suicide Bill The Catholic Parliamentary Office has published a summary of the latest committee session for the Assisted Dying Bill. The Committee has rejected a raft of amendments that would have tightened eligibility and put important safeguards in place for vulnerable individuals. The committee controversially rejected an amendment that would restrict eligibility to those with six months …
Clare McGraw, diocesan spokesperson for pro-life, has urged Catholics and people of goodwill across Scotland to take part in a mass lobby of the Scottish Parliament to oppose the proposed Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill. On 13th May, MSPs voted narrowly in favour of the Bill, introduced by Liam McArthur MSP, by 70 votes to 56. The …
The Dundee Branch, in association with Dunkeld Diocese, is hosting an Afternoon for Life, bringing together expert speakers and members of the community to discuss crucial pro-life issues. We warmly invite everyone to join us for this informative and inspiring event. Date & Time:Saturday, 8th March 2025Tea and Coffee from 12:30 PMSpeakers from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM Venue:Our Lady of …
Canon Kevin Golden offered Mass for the work of the newly formed Diocesan Office for the Scottish Bishop’s Marriage, Family and Life Commission on Saturday 8th June in St Andrew’s Cathedral. The Commission’s aims include developing resources to celebrate the domestic church, and supporting Marriage through preparation, enrichment and counselling. A key aim is to promote the dignity of life from conception to natural death. The Dunkeld …
Dundee Branch of SPUC together with Dunkeld Diocese invites you to an Afternoon for Life. Speakers – Marriage, Family and Life Office President, Bishop John Keenan; Scottish Family Party Leader, Richard Lucas; and Our Duty of Care, Dr Gillian Wright On Saturday 16th March , 1pm to 4.30pm at Our Lady of Victories, Forebank Road (bottom hall). Tea and coffee from 12.30pm …
Despite the stormy weather and disrupted travel, around 30 people joined SPUC Dundee in the City Square to witness to the 57th anniversary of the passing of 1967 the Abortion Act. The vigil is always held on the nearest Thursday to the anniversary as the City Centre is usually a bit busier with late night shoppers. However, this year, the …
The latest abortion statistics show that 16,584 abortions were performed in Scotland last year. This is almost 20% more than the previous year. 98.8% of these abortions were chemical abortions, more than half of which took place entirely at home as part of the DIY abortion scheme introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic. Clare McGraw, a member of the the Dundee …