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NEWS / The Court of Appeal has upheld the freedom of clergy to be office holders rather than employees with its judgement in the case regarding former Worcestershire vicar, Mark Sharpe.
Key policy and practice guidance documents which inform the Church of England's safeguarding work.
A statement from National Safeguarding Team.
Statements from Bishop Stephen, Archbishop Justin and the National Safeguarding Team.
NEWS / Statement on Kendall House review from Bishop Paul Butler, lead bishop on safeguarding for the Church of England.
Statement on Chair of Independent Safeguarding Board from lead safeguarding bishop
New safeguarding practice review policy approved by General Synod
Statement from Church of England lead bishop on concerns raised by former Dean of Christ Church, Dr Martyn Percy.
This section contains information about guidance relating to family friendly policies.
STATEMENT / IICSA response by members of the House of Bishops