Vatican to install webcam at St Peter’s tomb for next year’s Catholic jubilee

Pope will inaugurate the livestream as part of efforts to connect with faithful around the world during holy year

St Peter's tomb will be livestreamed as the Vatican embraces technology in its quest to connect with Catholics in far-flung places during holy year, an event expected to bring as many as 33 million pilgrims to Rome.

Pope Francis will inaugurate the live webcam on Monday, which has been installed at the tomb of the apostle beneath the main altar of St Peter's Basilica.