Rev Robert, the vicar of Holy Trinity Church in Bengeo in Hertfordfordshire, posted the video on Facebook, asking for musicians to consider joining his church so the members don’t have to play kazoos instead.

In the video, the pastor holds up signs, explaining that their current organ player, Jennifer, is retiring after playing there for 50 years. It also shows the congregation all playing ‘Jerusalem’ on kazoos as he makes uncomfortable facial expressions.

The signs say: “There aren’t many organists around these days. So…I need your help. I need to find an organist. Before we resort to kazoos”

The congregation are then filmed all playing in the Sunday service, as Rev Robert holds a sign saying: “Yep. Not good. Help me find an organist. #Nokazoos.”

When contacted, the church said they have been overwhelmed by interest from around the world and that they’ve “been lucky to have been approached by some interested organists/musicians”.

They say anyone interested in organ playing should look up local churches, local organists and the Royal College of Organists.

In a statement to supporters, CEO of Traidcraft plc Robin Roth said: “Traidcraft plc’s recent trading has been poor, and despite enormous efforts by staff, management, Fair Traders, and many fair trade shops over the last few years to reverse the company’s performance we have not yet succeeded.”

Traidcraft’s charity branch, Traidcraft Exchange, will continue to support farmers and lobby government through its charitable arm and the decision about closing the trading arm is still in a consultation period and not final. 

Traidcraft plc started in 1979, selling fairtrade coffee, sugar and chocolate as well as rugs and handmade baskets from Bangladesh. They started selling at church stalls and at markets, with a philosophy of close interaction of those who made the products and cutting out the middle-man. 

They went on to sell fair trade clothes and wine.

Roth went on to say in his statement: “Traidcraft plc’s mission to put the principles of fair trade into commercial practice is not, in any sense, fulfilled but we appreciate that it is time to consider new approaches.

“We are very much aware of the impact that this will have on our producer friends. Over the years we have built up personal and trusting relationships with many organisations and we deeply regret that these will be coming to an end. We are communicating with all our partners to see if we can help them…

In a statement to supporters, CEO of Traidcraft Robin Roth said: “Traidcraft plc’s recent trading has been poor, and despite enormous efforts by staff, management, Fair Traders, and many fair trade shops over the last few years to reverse the company’s performance we have not yet succeeded.”

Traidcraft started in 1979, selling fairtrade coffee, sugar and chocolate as well as rugs and handmade baskets from Bangladesh. They started selling at church stalls and at markets, with a philosophy of close interaction of those who made the products and cutting out the middle-man. 

They went on to sell fair trade clothes and wine.

Roth went on to say in his statement: “Traidcraft plc’s mission to put the principles of fair trade into commercial practice is not, in any sense, fulfilled but we appreciate that it is time to consider new approaches.

“We are very much aware of the impact that this will have on our producer friends. Over the years we have built up personal and trusting relationships with many organisations and we deeply regret that these will be coming to an end. We are communicating with all our partners to see if we can help them transfer their business to other organisations.”

He emphasises that the staff’s passion for the issue of fair trade has not changed and that they are grateful for potential doors opening elsewhere: “Many supporters have already offered…

The Christian entertainer will join stars including Ed Sheeran and Paul Weller in this year’s Radio 2 In Concert series, it has been announced.

Other artists on the bill for the November shows include Boy George and Culture Club and Emeli Sande.

The full line-up for the series of intimate performances was announced by Jo Whiley and Simon Mayo on Radio 2 on Wednesday.

Sir Cliff, who will perform on 29th November, said: “With my first album of entirely new material in 14 years due to be released in November, I can’t wait to play some of the new tracks and, of course, will also include classic favourites for fans later this year.”

Sheeran’s show takes place on 15th November, after he finishes his US tour, and he said it would be “really good” to be home.

The singer-songwriter said he was “not sure” whether he would play any new material at the concert.

“I think the best thing to do at those sort of gigs is to play the songs people want to hear,” he said.

“That’s the kind of key thing as an entertainer, to entertain people, so I think I’m just going to play songs that people like.”

Jeff Smith, head of music, BBC Radio 2 and 6 Music, said: “2018 has been a bumper year of live music for Radio 2 and I believe we will continue that with our stellar line-up for In Concert, featuring some of the world’s best-loved musicians.

“The…

The Christian and member of Parliament also hailed his family and “true friends” for sticking by him after he narrowly avoided a by-election.

Mr Paisley would have been ousted as an MP if 10 per cent of the electorate in his North Antrim constituency – 7,543 voters – signed the petition. In the event 7,099 people signed it (9.4 per cent).

The petition device, created following the Westminster expenses scandal, was initiated after Mr Paisley was banned from the House of Commons for 30 sitting days for failing to declare two 2013 family holidays paid for by the Sri Lankan government.

A parliamentary watchdog found in July that a year after the luxury holidays, Mr Paisley lobbied then prime minister David Cameron not to support a UN probe into alleged Sri Lankan human rights abuses.

In a statement to the Press Association, Mr Paisley said the “electorate had spoken”.

“In July I apologised for a mistake made almost six years ago.”

“The electorate was asked to pass judgment. 90.6% have accepted my apology.

“The electorate has clearly spoken.

“I would like to thank my true friends, family, the electorate who have stood by me with unwavering support. Hallelujah.”

The long-standing Democratic Unionist, whose late father the Reverend Ian Paisley founded the party, is currently suspended from the DUP pending its own internal investigation into his conduct.

Three centres were…

The Christian and member of Parliament also hailed his family and “true friends” for sticking by him after he narrowly avoided a by-election.

Mr Paisley would have been ousted as an MP if 10 per cent of the electorate in his North Antrim constituency – 7,543 voters – signed the petition. In the event 7,099 people signed it (9.4 per cent).

The petition device, created following the Westminster expenses scandal, was initiated after Mr Paisley was banned from the House of Commons for 30 sitting days for failing to declare two 2013 family holidays paid for by the Sri Lankan government.

A parliamentary watchdog found in July that a year after the luxury holidays, Mr Paisley lobbied then prime minister David Cameron not to support a UN probe into alleged Sri Lankan human rights abuses.

In a statement to the Press Association, Mr Paisley said the “electorate had spoken”.

“In July I apologised for a mistake made almost six years ago.”

“The electorate was asked to pass judgment. 90.6% have accepted my apology.

“The electorate has clearly spoken.

“I would like to thank my true friends, family, the electorate who have stood by me with unwavering support. Hallelujah.”

The long-standing Democratic Unionist, whose late father the Reverend Ian Paisley founded the party, is currently suspended from the DUP pending its own internal investigation into his conduct.

Three centres were…