About the Blog

Bleak Tidings examines religion, politics and society in Britain, with clear-eyed commentary, curious questions and space for readers to disagree thoughtfully.

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Writing on Britain’s public life, religious change and political arguments.

Bleak Tidings

2018 — Present

Writing on Britain’s public life, religious change and political arguments.

Independent Writer

2012 — 2018

Open to thoughtful disagreement, informed by history and lived experience.