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13/09/2012
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Fresh Changes Made to Women Bishops Proposal
Proposed concessions to those in the Church of England opposed to women bishops have been significantly watered down by senior Anglican bishops.
Legislation thrown out by the Church of England's General Synod in July would have given traditionalist parishes significant exemptions from serving under a woman bishop.
It came after pro-women campaigners objected to an amendment to the draft law - altered by the Synod's House of Bishops in May - allowing parishes who do not accept women bishops to request a male bishop who shares their beliefs about the ordination of women.
The latest proposal gives future women bishops more control in selecting a substitute for a particular parish, and would oblige them only to respect theological objections.
It is hoped the proposals - to consider the views of individuals and lobby groups - will allow for agreement ahead of a planned vote in November.
Ex-Security Guard Charged In Phone Hacking Case
An ex-security guard for News International has appeared in court charged with conspiracy to pervert the course of justice in connection with the Met Police's phone-hacking probe.
26-year-old Lee Sandell appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Thursday, where he was bailed until later this month.
He faces the same charge as six others, including former News International boss Rebekah Brooks.
Prince Urged To Forego Rainforest Visit
Politicians and campaigners have urged Prince William to abandon his planned official visit to the Borneo rainforest
The Prince’s Malaysian government host is accused of having made millions from vast illegal deforestation on the island, and it is feared an official visit could be seen as an 'endorsement of corrupt behaviour'.
The Duke of Cambridge and his wife are on a tour of south-east Asia as part of the Queen's diamond jubilee celebrations and are due to arrive in the Malaysian state of Sabah on Friday and attend a reception. They will visit the forest, which shelters orangutans, clouded leopards, elephants, sun bears and rhinos.
"The visit will allow their royal highnesses to deliver a powerful and positive message on rainforest conservation that has global reach and genuine impact," said Simon Featherstone, the UK's high commissioner in Malaysia.
But opponents of Sabah's chief minister, Musa Aman, fear the royal visit will deliver a propaganda coup before elections. "We are extremely concerned about the visit, particularly the inappropriateness of meeting with Musa and associating his administration in Sabah with a green image," said the human rights NGO Suaram, in a letter asking the royals to cancel their visit. "He is now blatantly exposed as having been the main instrument of forest destruction since 1993. We are extremely concerned that the royal couple should not be seen as endorsing corrupt, illegal and ruthless behaviour by politicians."
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Proposed concessions to those in the Church of England opposed to women bishops have been significantly watered down by senior Anglican bishops.
Legislation thrown out by the Church of England's General Synod in July would have given traditionalist parishes significant exemptions from serving under a woman bishop.
It came after pro-women campaigners objected to an amendment to the draft law - altered by the Synod's House of Bishops in May - allowing parishes who do not accept women bishops to request a male bishop who shares their beliefs about the ordination of women.
The latest proposal gives future women bishops more control in selecting a substitute for a particular parish, and would oblige them only to respect theological objections.
It is hoped the proposals - to consider the views of individuals and lobby groups - will allow for agreement ahead of a planned vote in November.
Ex-Security Guard Charged In Phone Hacking Case
An ex-security guard for News International has appeared in court charged with conspiracy to pervert the course of justice in connection with the Met Police's phone-hacking probe.
26-year-old Lee Sandell appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Thursday, where he was bailed until later this month.
He faces the same charge as six others, including former News International boss Rebekah Brooks.
Prince Urged To Forego Rainforest Visit
Politicians and campaigners have urged Prince William to abandon his planned official visit to the Borneo rainforest
The Prince’s Malaysian government host is accused of having made millions from vast illegal deforestation on the island, and it is feared an official visit could be seen as an 'endorsement of corrupt behaviour'.
The Duke of Cambridge and his wife are on a tour of south-east Asia as part of the Queen's diamond jubilee celebrations and are due to arrive in the Malaysian state of Sabah on Friday and attend a reception. They will visit the forest, which shelters orangutans, clouded leopards, elephants, sun bears and rhinos.
"The visit will allow their royal highnesses to deliver a powerful and positive message on rainforest conservation that has global reach and genuine impact," said Simon Featherstone, the UK's high commissioner in Malaysia.
But opponents of Sabah's chief minister, Musa Aman, fear the royal visit will deliver a propaganda coup before elections. "We are extremely concerned about the visit, particularly the inappropriateness of meeting with Musa and associating his administration in Sabah with a green image," said the human rights NGO Suaram, in a letter asking the royals to cancel their visit. "He is now blatantly exposed as having been the main instrument of forest destruction since 1993. We are extremely concerned that the royal couple should not be seen as endorsing corrupt, illegal and ruthless behaviour by politicians."
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08 July 2008
Women Bishops Backed By Church Ruling Body
The Church of England is facing controversy over its decision to throw out compromise proposals over women bishops. The Church of England's ruling General Synod has voted to consecrate women as bishops but has also approved a code of practise aimed at reassuring opponents.
Women Bishops Backed By Church Ruling Body
The Church of England is facing controversy over its decision to throw out compromise proposals over women bishops. The Church of England's ruling General Synod has voted to consecrate women as bishops but has also approved a code of practise aimed at reassuring opponents.
08 February 2013
Women Clergy Attend First Bishops' Meetings
Women clergy are to attend Church of England bishops’ meetings for the first time. It has been reported that at least eight senior women clergy, such as deans and archdeacons, are to participate as non-voting members of the House of Bishops. The Church of England has made the move in response to the defeat of attempts to create women bishops.
Women Clergy Attend First Bishops' Meetings
Women clergy are to attend Church of England bishops’ meetings for the first time. It has been reported that at least eight senior women clergy, such as deans and archdeacons, are to participate as non-voting members of the House of Bishops. The Church of England has made the move in response to the defeat of attempts to create women bishops.
17 February 2004
UK sees 20% increase in multiple births over 10 years
Mothers are having 20% more multiple births than they were a decade ago, according to figures released today by the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Statistics have revealed that in 2002, the multiple birth rate was 15 per 1,000 women giving birth, compared with 12.5 in 1992.
UK sees 20% increase in multiple births over 10 years
Mothers are having 20% more multiple births than they were a decade ago, according to figures released today by the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Statistics have revealed that in 2002, the multiple birth rate was 15 per 1,000 women giving birth, compared with 12.5 in 1992.
06 July 2012
CoE Synod Meet Ahead Of Women Bishops Vote
Ahead of a planned vote on whether to allow women bishops, the Church of England's ruling synod is meeting to debate the matter. As women now constitute a third of priests there is widespread feeling among Anglicans that the new role should be open to them.
CoE Synod Meet Ahead Of Women Bishops Vote
Ahead of a planned vote on whether to allow women bishops, the Church of England's ruling synod is meeting to debate the matter. As women now constitute a third of priests there is widespread feeling among Anglicans that the new role should be open to them.
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