Muslim 'Dialogue Development Officer' appointed to Blackburn Cathedral

A Muslim woman is to join the staff of a major cathedral, in an appointment believed to be the first of its kind.

Anjum Anwar, currently Education Officer of the Lancashire Council of Mosques, will work with Canon Chris Chivers, showing how dialogue between faiths, cultures and communities across Lancashire, and beyond, can be developed in practice.

Ms Anwar, who has been honoured for community service in Lancashire, has been appointed to a post at Blackburn Cathedral as its Dialogue Development Officer. Read more