Press releases

Latest news, updates and commentary from the Church of England.
  1. A virger stands amid the lights at Salisbury Cathedral

    Cathedral statistics show continued recovery in 2023

    05/09/2024

    Coronation celebrations, cultural initiatives, and sustainability efforts highlight year of positive change.

    4 min read
  2. Lots of school rucksacks

    Report highlights positive impact of moving away from inspection grades in Church schools

    04/09/2024

    The annual SIAMS inspection report outlines key recommendations to support continuous improvement in Church schools.

    5 min read
  3. Novelette-Aldoni Stewart

    Novelette-Aldoni Stewart to be next Chair of the Church Buildings Council

    29/08/2024

    Novelette-Aldoni Stewart has been appointed by the Archbishops of Canterbury and York as the next Chair of the Church Buildings Council, the statutory body providing advice relating to the Church of England’s buildings.

    3 min read
  4. Portrait shot of a bishop

    New Bishop of Wolverhampton announced

    27/08/2024

    The Right Reverend Dr Timothy Wambunya will be the next Bishop of Wolverhampton.

    2 min read
  5. Members of the Archbishops' Commission on Racial Justice

    Archbishops’ Commission on Racial Justice publishes fifth report

    23/08/2024

    Archbishop: We must strive to be a church that reflects the rich diversity of our country and affirms that we are all one in Christ Jesus.

    4 min read
  6. Church of England preview image

    Statements regarding BBC File on Four Blackburn Cathedral case

    13/08/2024

    Statements regarding BBC File on Four Blackburn Cathedral case
     

    3 min read
  7. Guy Hewitt

    Prayers for peace amid civil unrest and racial tensions published

    08/08/2024

    Prayers in response to the recent civil unrest published by the Church of England Racial Justice Unit.

    2 min read
  8. Members of church with digital giving machine

    New match funding scheme helps churches cut carbon emissions

    07/08/2024

    A new pilot scheme from the Church of England is helping churches double their money for carbon-cutting projects.

    3 min read
  9. Flora Winfield in front of blue background

    New Bishop of Selby announced

    31/07/2024

    The new Bishop of Selby will be the Reverend Canon Doctor Flora Winfield, Downing Street has announced, after her appointment was approved by the King.

    2 min read
  10. Barry Hill standing in a garden wearing a black shirt and dog collar

    New Bishop of Whitby announced

    31/07/2024

    The new Bishop of Whitby will be The Reverend Barry Hill, Downing Street has announced, after his appointment was approved by the King.

    2 min read