Richard Holloway

Richard F. Holloway is a Scottish writer and broadcaster whose career evolved from his role as Bishop of Edinburgh to becoming one of the Church's most outspoken and controversial figures. Having adopted an atheist worldview, he is renowned for his critical commentary on religious belief in the modern era, describing himself as an "after-religionist". Holloway is a vocal advocate for liberal causes, particularly human rights for gay and lesbian people, and extensively explores complex ethical issues surrounding sexuality, drugs, and bioethics. His engagement with these topics is reflected in his prolific writing, where he examines their intricate relationship with contemporary religion.