Appointment of the first female bishop in the Church of England

Today’s announcement is an inevitable consequence of the legislation that was passed by the General Synod. We are conscious that there will be enormous pressure on the Revd Libby Lane as the first female bishop in the Church of England. We send her our good wishes and assure her of our prayers as she embarks upon this new ministry, while offering continued support to those parishes, clergy and people that are unable to receive it.

† TONY PONTEFRACT                LINDSAY NEWCOMBE        ROSS NORTHING

The Rt Revd Tony Robinson          Dr Lindsay Newcombe          The Revd Ross Northing

Chairman                                        Lay Vice-Chairman               Clerical Vice-Chairman