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Calls for Resignation of Archbishop Cottrell Amidst Handling of Abuse Claims

Archbishop Cottrell faces backlash over his management of a priest's sexual misconduct allegations, raising concerns about accountability in the Church of England.

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Updated: Dec 16th, 2024, 10:58 AM ET

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Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell is under pressure to resign due to his handling of abuse allegations against priest David Tudor. Critics argue he failed to act promptly, despite prior knowledge of Tudor's misconduct. Cottrell maintains he took necessary action once legal grounds emerged in 2019. His predecessor, Justin Welby, recently resigned over separate abuse claims, adding to the urgency for accountability within the Church of England. This controversy highlights ongoing issues of safeguarding and leadership credibility within the church, compounded by historical cases of abuse.

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