1. Affirm and defend the right to religious liberty and liberty of conscience as recognised by international and European conventions and domestic law, and as supported by Scripture.
2. Recognise the preservation of religious liberty and freedom of religious expression as fundamental rights which must be defended, especially in the areas of broadcasting, education, social and community action, employment, and voluntary conversion from one religion to another without legal or economic penalties (Luke 10.25-37; 1 Cor. 8.1-13; Gal.5.22-3).
3. Recognise that whilst the preservation of religious liberty in the 21st century entails respect for the freedoms of others, such respect implies no necessary approval or endorsement of those others’ beliefs.
4. Recognise that it is important for the state to restrain those who would use the cloak of religious liberty to incite violence or hatred against others.
5. Recognise that Christians and members of other faith groups must seek to overcome teaching and conduct which threatens the life, liberty and property of others.
