by Oliver Slow, BBC News
Cherry Vann has been announced as the new Archbishop of Wales.
She becomes the first female leader of the Church in Wales, replacing Andrew John who retired following a turbulent period.
Originally from Leicestershire, she has been Bishop of Monmouth since January 2020, and was among the first women to be ordained as a priest in the Church of England in 1994.
Mr John announced his decision to retire with immediate effect in June following the publication of two summaries highlighting safeguarding concerns and misbehaviour at Bangor Cathedral.
Before serving in Monmouth – a role she will continue in as Archbishop of Wales – Ms Vann spent 11 years as Archdeacon or Rochdale, in the Diocese of Manchester.
She has also held senior positions in the governance of the Church of England, including as a member of the Archbishops’ Pastoral Advisory Group which has provided resources for churches to help them offer a genuine welcome to LGBTQ+ people.
Following her election, Ms Vann said she would ensure the “issues which have been raised in the last six months are properly addressed”.
“I work to bring healing and reconciliation, and to build a really good level of trust across the church and the communities the church serves,” she said.
In her biography, Ms Vann was described as having “a passion for justice and reconciliation”.
The “talented” pianist is also an associate of the Royal College of Music and a graduate of the Royal Schools of Music, and lives with her civil partner Wendy and their two dogs.