In the lead-up to the General election on 4 July, churches and communities around the diocese will be holding hustings, a chance for electors to ask questions of the candidates about their plans and policies.
Your church can encourage democratic participation in your area by giving reminders on the need for ID and voting dates in your pew sheets or e-news, sharing in service notices, Find out how to accredit as a Voter Registration Champion with Citizens UK.
The General Election will be a moment for the nation to ask important questions about the future. Pray Your Part is an invitation from the bishops of the Church of England to encourage prayer and participation in the life of our nation and communities, both as voters and as citizens.
This 21-day journey of prayer and reflection (from Friday, 14 June until Election Day on 4 July) is designed for use in the run-up to the UK General Election. Each day explores a different theme, with a short Bible reading, reflection and prayer for a different aspect of our common life.
Details of local hustings events still to come
Tewkesbury Abbey (Tewkesbury)
Tonight (Tuesday 25 June), doors open for questions at 7pm with the debate from 7.30pm, ending at 9.15pm
All candidates standing in the upcoming election have been invited to participate. The meeting will allow the election candidates to debate policies and answer questions from the audience. If you have a question, please arrive at 7pm to submit your written question.
St Mary’s Church, Lydney (Forest of Dean)
Wednesday 26 June, 6.30pm to 8pm
All the Forest of Dean constituency candidates have been invited. Attendees are invited to bring an open question or write a question on a slip of paper on arrival. Questions should relate to policies and plans. These will be sorted by a team of volunteers while candidates make opening statements, then the questions will be asked of all candidates.
Dursley Tab United Reformed Church (Stroud)
Wednesday 26 June, 7.30pm
Come and put your questions to the Parliamentary candidates. This is a public event organised by Churches Together in Cam and Dursley District. All are welcome. Hustings 2024 Cam and Dursley
Send in your local hustings information to ku.gr1728242518o.coi1728242518dsolg1728242518@pmal1728242518ck1728242518 and we will list them on our roundup page.
St Matthew’ Church, Cheltenham held a hustings on Sunday 23 June with over 300 people in attendance. Read more →
Gloucester Cathedral’s held a hustings on Monday 24 June.
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