The Archbishop of York is under pressure to step down over his handling of child abuse cases in the Church of England. The Most Rev Stephen Cottrell faced calls to resign on Sunday from a survivor who said he is perpetuating a Church “cover-up” and a ...

Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby said that his decision to step down was in the best interests of the Church.

Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby has resigned over accusations that he failed to report physical and sexual abuse to the police.

Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, the most senior leader in the Church of England, has resigned over his handling of a child abuse case, according to his official account.

Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, the head of the Church of England, has resigned amid the fallout from a long-running 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.

Lack of curiosity' over claims of abuse of dozens of boys by Christian camp leader had made Welby's position untenable

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