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The head of the Catholic Church in England and Wales has said it is right that UK taxpayers should help pay for the Pope's trip to Britain.
Critics are angry that up to £12m is to come from the public purse.
But Archbishop of Westminster Vincent Nichols told the BBC it would be a "sad day" when the UK "closes its doors and says we can't afford state visits".
He also hinted the Pope may meet victims of the Catholic abuse scandal during this month's four-day visit.
Originally posted by paraphi
Well, as the Pope is a Head of State the UK public should fund his visit.
I suspect if you asked the public whether the public should fund the visit of Obama or the some other Head of State then they would say "no". Who paid for the police support to hold back the crowds protesting against the Chinese President's visit and did anyone really complain that the tax payer picked up the tab?
I am not a Catholic, nor particularly care about the Pope's visit but do think that he should be treated with respect and reverence for who and what he is and represents. It is the way it should be.
Regards
Well, isn't this a surprise? More evidence that the UK is NOT a Christian country.
Originally posted by catwhoknows
reply to post by The Djin
Also, D, please do not include Jesus in your diatribe.
Jesus taught us the best qualities we have.
Originally posted by Parallex
If he was the head of state of a REAL country, I'd be inclined to agree with you. However, the Vatican is only a country to give the Pope sovereignty in his little 'city' and to give him and his 'staff' diplomatic immunity.
Originally posted by Parallex
In my view the Pope is a bigot, a proponent of child abuse, and really not worthy of respect or reverence! Him and his Christianity can rot for all I care.