Catholic appointed Lord Mayor of Westminster in England

LEICESTER, United Kingdom – A Catholic has been elected as the Lord Mayor of Westminster, the area of London that houses the British government.

Councillor Robert Rigby was elected by the Westminster City Council on May 15.

The Lord Mayor is a largely ceremonial position, with the political duties carried out by the leader of the council.

“Catholicism plays a big part in my life, and I try every day to lead a life which reflects those values. I see it as a strength...