What are the chances of a British Pope? These are the UK cardinals going to Rome

What are the chances of a British Pope? These are the UK cardinals going to Rome

It has been 866 years since the last British pontiff. But following the death of Pope Francis, could that be about to change? Meet the UK's cardinals...

What Are The Chances Of A British Pope? These Are The UK Cardinals Going To Rome - Great Yorkshire Radio

It’s been 866 years since the papacy of Britain’s only ever pontiff (Pope Adrian IV) ended in 1159, and the history of the Catholic Church in the UK since then has been turbulent, with King Henry VIII perhaps the main culprit. There are currently four British cardinals, three of whom are young enough to vote in the conclave. And while none of them are considered odds-on favourites for the top job, it’s true that surprises do happen behind the sh…