As Britain packs its bags and gets ready to leave the EU, whose flag is said to have been borrowed from the image of Our Lady in the Book of Revelation, there is a fundamental problem that may evolve for our faithful: the pilgrimage.

The UK has sent millions of people on pilgrimages to Europe over the years, in particular those who are sick, disabled and elderly. Take Lourdes for example: since 1858 pilgrims have been answering a call to come in procession and to wash in the waters. This shrine has become a beautiful place of solace for the faithful and, here more than anywhere, those with additional care needs are looked after with remarkable love and affection.