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Former Archbishop of Canterbury Resigns Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations

George Carey resigns as a priest following an investigation into his handling of a priest's sexual misconduct case.

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Updated: Dec 17th, 2024, 10:44 PM ET

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George Carey, the former Archbishop of Canterbury, resigned after a BBC investigation revealed he permitted a priest, David Tudor, previously banned for sexual misconduct, to return to ministry. Carey's tenure from 1991 to 2002 included controversial decisions regarding clergy accusations. His resignation coincided with mounting pressure on Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell, who also faced scrutiny for allowing Tudor to remain in his position despite knowing Tudor's history of sexual misconduct. The Church acknowledged failures in handling such cases, emphasizing the need for more survivor-focused procedures.

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