This page describes the various Ecclesiastical Courts and what kinds of cases they deal with.

Our teams deal with changes to parishes, certain property matters, the legal process of closing a church building which is no longer needed and finding those buildings new uses. 

An introduction to independent research that reveals the exciting and significant impact that has been found in Fresh Expressions of Church, along with a tool to help fresh expressions practitioners measure this impact in their own contexts.

Details on how to apply for Ecclesiastical Legal Aid for clergy who are the subject of disciplinary proceedings

The Mission, Pastoral and Church Property Committee carries out certain functions of the Church Commissioners. 

The Church Buildings Council seeks to support dioceses in working with parishes and other stakeholders where the future of a church building is being considered

Information about the ongoing review of the Mission and Pastoral Measure 2011

Information about the implementation of the Cathedrals Working Group report approved by General Synod in 2018

Legal opinions concerning the Church of England - ninth edition (2020).

Information about legislation that covers parish reorganisation, including closing church buildings and finding new uses for them.