RETURN TO CONSCIENCE
"I am quite satisfied as to the genuineness of the defendants' beliefs (Christianity) and it is, I have no doubt, one which others also hold." 'It is a very clear example of how social attitudes have changed over the years for it is not so very long ago that these beliefs of the defendants would have been those accepted as normal by society at large. 'Now it is the other way around." The words of Judge Andrew Rutherford (JAR) in awarding costs of £3600 against Peter and Hazelmary Bull for refusing unmarried homosexuals and heterosexuals double room bookings in their home based guest house. As devout Christians, the Bulls believe that they are accountable to God for whatever occurs under their roof, hence the long standing policy not to let double room to unmarried persons. JAR seems to say, yes you're beautiful and admirable people but unfortunately that which you call your conviction or belief or faith is archaic. Christianity is no longer relev