Scottish Catholic Observer

Holy Father (above) accepts Cardinal Keith O’Brien’s resignation as archbishop of St Andrews and Edinburgh.

Cardinal Keith O’Brien ‘right‘ to resign ahead of conclave and invesigations, says Professor John Haldane. The professor also says the Church can overcome.

First Minister Alex Salmond pays tribute to Cardinal Keith O’Brien following resignation.

Priests who accused Cardinal Keith O’Brien urged to step out into the open.

Renewed calls for the Archbishop Vincent Nichols of Westminster to be made a cardinal.

Conclave expected between March 9 and 11.

Pope Benedict XVI issues Motu Proprio on conclave, paving way for early start

New Pope alone will see Vatileaks enquiry report.

OPINION

Herald view, Challenges that face next Pope, questionable. Appears to think Cardinal O’Brien has been accused of sexual abuse.

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