Challenging times for Church, says Archbishop as he notes abuse victims’ anger

Monday is the first day of five days of Synod debate and various votes on issues including safeguarding at Church House in London.

Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell opened the Church of England’s General Synod on Monday — Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell opened the Church of England’s General Synod on Monday (Danny Lawson/PA)

By Aine Fox and Rosie Shead, PA

February 10, 2025 at 3:16pm GMT

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