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REGINA: Given that England was the first nation to obtain an indult for the Latin Mass, what progress do you see being made, say, since the Motu Proprio of 2007?

Dr Shaw: We have records for the number of publicly advertised Masses taking place, as we publish lists every quarter, and have done so for decades. A few months ago we put these figures together for The Economist:

•In 2007, there were regular Masses in the Extraordinary Form being celebrated in 26 locations.

•In 2012, the figure is 157.

A typical Holyday of Obligation: All Saints, 1 November:

•In 2007 there were 10 Masses in the Extraordinary Form celebrated on All Saints Day.

•In 2012, the figure is 60 and counting.

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