NEWS / The Court of Appeal has upheld the freedom of clergy to be office holders rather than employees with its judgement in the case regarding former Worcestershire vicar, Mark Sharpe. 

The Canterbury CNC is made up of a diverse group of members, including representatives from the Church of England, the Anglican Communion, and members appointed by the Crown.

Details about the process to elect the episcopal member of the Crown Nominations Commission (CNC) for the See of Canterbury are now available.

The General Synod has backed moves to introduce a statutory entitlement to 36 hours rest a week for clergy office holders in an effort to encourage Church of England priests to take sufficient time off work.

The Bishop of Norwich has been elected by fellow bishops to serve on the Crown Nominations Commission (CNC) for the See of Canterbury.

Information on clergy remuneration, expenses and house for duty resources

Links to clergy HR legislation, policy and guidance.

Home page for the Legal Office of the National Church Institutions

Information on the Clergy Discipline Measure 2003 and how to make an allegation of misconduct.