MHKs set to debate dropping prayers from Keys sittings
The Island's Bishop says the role of religion in public life has 'always been a question' as MHKs prepare to debate dropping Christian prayers from the start of sittings.
A report recommending a change in the tradition, which has been kept since 1863, will be put to members at today's House of Keys sitting.
Bishop Peter Eagles was asked for his view:
A moment of reflection, or 'smooinaghtyn' - the Manx word for thought - has been suggested instead - for a trial period of a year.
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