The bishops of England and Wales have issued guidance for the forthcoming general election, urging Catholics to question candidates on issues including Brexit, family policy and migration.

In a letter to be distributed to parishes this weekend, the bishops say the election will determine “to a great extent” the approach taken to leaving the European Union as well as “the values we wish to treasure as our own in the UK and as partners with countries around the world”.

The letter then gives a list of specific questions which Catholics could put to parliamentary candidates.