General Synod gave final approval to a comprehensive redress scheme for survivors of Church-related abuse.
Synod opened on Monday with worship. Members then approved dates for the General Synod for the period 2027 to 2029.
Following a session that started and ended in silent reflection and prayer, members voted overwhelmingly to give final approval to a comprehensive Redress scheme for survivors of Church-related abuse. Read more: General Synod approves redress scheme for survivors of Church-related abuse
The vote was: Bishops: 26 in favour, no votes against or abstentions; Clergy: 129 in favour, 1 against and 1 abstention; Laity: 140 in favour, none against and 4 abstentions.
The vote came after the Synod debated and gave approval to the final drafting stages of the legislation.
The General Synod later gave overwhelming backing to a set of rules that will complement the legislation, incorporating an amendment brought by the Bishop of Birkenhead.
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