Archbishops clash over communion

Dublin’s top two churchmen were locked in a war of words tonight after new remarks by Cardinal-elect Dr Desmond Connell over catholics receiving communion at protestant church services.

Archbishop of Dublin, Dr Connell - first involved in controversy over the issue three years ago, when Irish President Mary McAleese took mass at a Church of Ireland cathedral - said Anglican ministers who welcomed everyone to communion were failing to respect the faith and obligations of catholics.