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The death of His Holiness Pope Francis

EDM (Early Day Motion) 1112: tabled on 22 April 2025

Tabled in the 2024-25 session.

This motion has been signed by 8 Members. It has not yet had any amendments submitted.

Motion text

That this House notes with deep sadness the death of the Holy Father, His Holiness Pope Francis, on Easter Monday, 21 April 2025; gives thanks for his life of service to the Catholic Church, his loyalty to the teachings of Jesus Christ and compassion for those most in need right across the world; and stands in solidarity and sympathy with the Catholic community in Newcastle-under-Lyme and up and down the United Kingdom who mourn his passing and expresses its wish that Pope Francis rests in eternal peace.