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Document advises evangelists to check local regulations, build good relations with the local council, police and shop owners

A new "Street Preacher's Charter" has been launched in the U.K. Parliament after a succession of fines and arrests involving pastors, some of which have led to hefty compensation payouts from police.

The charter, drawn up by The Christian Institute , aims to protect street preaching and free speech while also calling Christians to preach "responsibly" and avoid "behavior which might give street preaching a bad name." The Christian Institute hopes that street preachers, the police and local authorities will adopt the charter.

"The Charter sets out the rights and responsibilities of individuals who engage in public preaching or share their beliefs in t

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