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• Scottish census reveals rise in non-religious population

  The results of the 2011 survey show growing numbers of Scottish non-believers alongside falling numbers of Christians

• Cult of Cartoonists

  Not satisfied by the religions on offer, Sam Mills decides to create another cult of her own. Illustrations by Ralph Steadman

• Former Pope denies child abuse cover-up, and other stories - our morning round-up

• Most Pakistanis are horrified at attacks on Christians - now it's time to speak out

  Sunday’s bombing highlights the dire reality faced by religious minorities in the country

• Pope warns the Catholic Church risks "falling like a house of cards", and other stories - our morning round-up

• Some clarity on the veil “debate”

  Recognise islamophobia for what it is, don't exclude people and don't hide from difficult questions, writes Daniel Trilling

• Greek man murdered by neo-Nazis, and other stories - our morning round-up

• If we want a debate on the veil, why not listen to Muslim women first?

  As usual, the voices of those most affected are being excluded.

• Pope Francis tells non-believers to abide by their conscience

  In a letter to a newspaper, the Pontiff once again hints that God’s mercy might extend to the faithless.

• God and the classroom

  It may be a new school year, but familiar debates over the role of faith in education continue to rage