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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
World
Harriet Sherwood

Archbishop of Wales stands down after Bangor cathedral scandal

Andy John, archbishop of Wales
Andy John, archbishop of Wales, said he took full responsibility for failings under his leadership. Photograph: Phil Noble/Reuters

The archbishop of Wales has stepped down after a culture of excessive drinking, sexual promiscuity, bullying, bad language and inappropriate banter at Bangor cathedral was revealed.

Andy John, who is also the bishop of Bangor, released a statement on Friday evening after calls for his resignation gathered pace.

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