The resignation of Justin Welby as Archbishop of Canterbury amidst a sex abuse scandal has sparked widespread speculation about his successor. With calls for a more inclusive and progressive leader, the potential candidates include individuals with diverse backgrounds and views, reflecting the evolving landscape of the Church of England.
The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, has resigned after being embroiled in a sexual abuse scandal. This unexpected turn of events has sent shockwaves through the Church of England and beyond. Explore the details of the scandal, learn about the Archbishop’s background and legacy, and understand the implications of this resignation for the Church and the world.
Lord Carey, the former Archbishop of Canterbury, has changed his stance on assisted dying, now supporting calls for law reform to allow terminally ill people to request medical assistance to die with dignity. His shift in perspective was prompted by witnessing the suffering of individuals in their final days. While the Church of England remains opposed, Lord Carey believes that the law has failed those in need of mercy and that it is compassionately necessary to address their pleas for peace and dignity at the end of their lives.
The Church of England has been met with criticism for their extensive freehold property portfolio, which has been branded a “feudal property empire” by Lord Truscott. This comes as peers debate the Leasehold and Reform Bill, which seeks to lower expenses for leaseholders by eliminating marriage value. Critics argue that this move will harm freeholders like the Church, while proponents emphasize the injustice of the current system. Amidst the discussion, Baroness Fox denounced the notion of feudal property rights, while Housing Minister Baroness Scott defended the government’s stance on abolishing marriage value.
