Abuse expert calls on Archbishop of York to resign
The Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell, should resign, according to a leading advocate for survivors of sexual abuse. It follows the resignation of the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, last week after a review found "he could and should have" reported a prolific paedophile to the police.
Archbishop of York could lead Church of England after abuse scandal
The second most senior figure in the Church of England - the Archbishop of York - is among those in line to take over the Archbishop of Canterbury's role following his resignation.
Who is Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby and why did he resign during an abuse scandal?
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, the head of the Church of England and spiritual leader of the worldwide Anglican Communion, has resigned amid the fallout from a long-running abuse scandal
Who might be the next Archbishop of Canterbury after Justin Welby quits?
Justin Welby has announced he will be stepping down as Archbishop of Canterbury following criticism over his handling of a Church-linked child abuse case. He will be succeeded by the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury, marking a new leader for the Church of England.
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby resigns over Church abuse scandal
He says he takes "personal and institutional responsibility" after a report found the Church of England covered up "abhorrent" abuse.
Archbishop of Canterbury resigns amid abuse scandal
Justin Welby said he was stepping down “in sorrow.” He faced mounting calls to resign after an investigation found he failed to promptly report serial physical and sexual abuse by a volunteer at Christian summer camps.
Archbishop of Canterbury steps down
Instead, the Most Rev Justin Welby, 68, who announced his resignation as Archbishop of Canterbury on Tuesday afternoon, was laid low by his association with the worst abuse scandal in the history of the Church of England. Read the full story here. Nigel Farage has expressed relief at the Most Rev Justin Welby’s decision to resign.
Archbishop of Canterbury Resigns Over U.K. Church Abuse Scandal
The Most Rev. Justin Welby, the leader of 85 million Anglicans worldwide, announced his resignation days after a report found he had taken insufficient action over claims of abuse.
Church of England head resigns over abuse scandal
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, the head of the Church of England and spiritual leader of 85 million Anglicans worldwide, resigned Tuesday amid intense pressure over his handling of a notorious child abuser.
Archbishop Thabo Makoba responds to Archbishop of Canterbury’s resignation amid abuse scandal
Archbishop Makoba noted that while abuse cases had surfaced in the region in recent years, the church has been taking significant steps to prevent such harm in the future.
Justin Welby, Archbishop of Canterbury to be replaced by a woman, or person of colour? Here's what's next…
Justin Welby, the Archbishop of Canterbury's resignation has sparked speculation about the next Anlican leader, with hopes for a woman or a person of colour
Archbishop of York vows to improve church safeguarding following shock Justin Welby resignation
The Archbishop of York has vowed that he will do “all he can” to improve safeguarding within the Church following the ...
Who Might Be the Next Archbishop of Canterbury?
The leader of the Anglican Church, the Most Rev. Justin Welby, announced he would resign on Tuesday. Here’s what happens next ...
New Bishop of Sodor and Man to be enthroned
The 88th Bishop of Sodor and Man is set to be installed at an enthronement ceremony at Cathedral Isle of Man. The Venerable ...
Runners and riders: Who will be the next Archbishop of Canterbury?
Potential candidates to replace the Most Rev Justin Welby include an Iranian refugee and an expert in epidemiology ...