The Church of England versus Sony Computer Entertainment battle continues to rage—shame that it can't be resolved with a bit of friendly deathmatch—with British Prime Minister Tony Blair finally weighing in on the important matter.

When asked by Member of Parliament for Manchester Central Tony Lloyd if he agreed Resistance: Fall of Man's choice of location was "not only in bad taste but also very, very insulting to not simply the Church of England, but people across the land who think it's inappropriate that big corporations behave in this way" Blair was inclined to agree. According to a report on the matter from Games Industry, Blair noted:

I've no doubt this debate will go on for a significant period of time, but I do agree. I think it is important that people understand there is a wider social responsibility as well as an interior responsibility for profits.

Oh, snap! Those Brits are ruthless. You can read more of Tony's ice cold opinions on the matter at GI. Let's hope this can all be resolved without calls for smiting. Michael McWhertor

Prime Minister responds to Church's Resistance complaints [Games Industry]

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