Following a discussion at May’s Bishop’s Council, this statement provides an update about the informal discussions in July’s Diocesan Synod requested by the National LLF team and the appointment of a new LLF Champion to offer support to parishes. The discussions will not go ahead in July and their form or whether they are scheduled for November’s Synod will be considered with input from the new LLF Champion.

The vicar of Eccleshall brings a broad palette of skills and experience to the 'planning permission' part of caring for church buildings.

This morning, the House of Bishops agreed and published the following statement about the situation in Gaza: