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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Aine Fox

Preparations underway for historic Archbishop of Canterbury installation

  • Dame Sarah Mullally is set to become the first woman appointed as the Archbishop of Canterbury, with her official enthronement scheduled for Wednesday at Canterbury Cathedral.
  • Her installation follows a six-day walking pilgrimage from London, culminating in her arrival in Canterbury on Sunday.
  • The historic ceremony is expected to draw more than 2,000 attendees, including the Prince and Princess of Wales, representing the King, along with global faith representatives and politicians.
  • Dame Sarah, who was previously England's chief nursing officer, expressed her gratitude and the "immense privilege" of her new role, emphasising the need for love, healing, and hope.
  • Officials have confirmed no specific safety mitigations are required for the event despite a meningitis outbreak in Kent, though they are monitoring the situation closely.

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