The Latest Breaking News from Justin Welby

Bishop of Lincoln resigns amid sex assault investigation and suspension

The Church of England said that a safeguarding complaint concerning Conway had been referred to the relevant authorities

The Independent UK · Sep 22

Why "Backlash Ensued" Over an "Offensive" Change to King Charles's Coronation in 2023, Per Royal Author

One royal expert called it "one of the more problematic and controversial moments of 2023."

Marie Claire · Aug 30

Sarah Mullally: the ‘solid, stable’ pick to steady Anglican ship as archbishop of Canterbury

Mullally brings unshowy calm and competence to role leading Church of England at a difficult moment

The Guardian - UK · Mar 26

First female Archbishop of Canterbury legally confirmed at St Paul’s service

Dame Sarah Mullally was officially named in October as the first woman to be chosen as the top archbishop.

Evening Standard · Jan 28

Landmark moment as Dame Sarah Mullally to become first female Archbishop of Canterbury

There were an estimated 1.02 million regular worshippers across the Church in 2024, up from 1.01 million

The Independent UK · Jan 28

Bishop: Scrutiny right but new Archbishop of Canterbury must have room to lead

Dame Sarah Mullally is replacing Justin Welby in the Church’s top ministry role after he resigned more than a year ago over safeguarding failures.

Evening Standard · Jan 25

Church of England reviewing complaint against incoming archbishop of Canterbury

Sarah Mullally accused of mishandling abuse complaint against priest in London, where she serves as bishop

The Guardian - UK · Dec 11, 2025

Incoming Archbishop of Canterbury faces complaint over handling of abuse allegation

Dame Sarah Mullally was not informed of the complaint at the time, church authorities confirmed.

Evening Standard · Dec 11, 2025

See No Evil review – this delicate documentary about an Anglican’s child abuse is deeply harrowing

It’s humbling to witness the eloquence and dignity of these survivors as they talk about their experiences with John Smyth – possibly the most prolific serial abuser ever associated with the Church of England

The Guardian - UK · Dec 10, 2025

What did Justin Welby know about John Smyth?

A new documentary exposes how serial abuser John Smyth evaded justice for decades, and how failures within the Church of England led to Archbishop Justin Welby’s resignation

Evening Standard · Dec 10, 2025