Past Cases Review 2: Publication of National Safeguarding Team’s Executive Summary

The January 2022 meeting of the National Safeguarding Steering Group, NSSG, was chaired by the lead safeguarding bishop.

As chair of the PCR2 National Project Board, I am writing write this short note to thank and encourage all our safeguarding teams who are tirelessly working despite the restrictions imposed by COVID-19.

The Archbishops’ Council has voted unanimously that a proposal on interim independent oversight of the National Safeguarding Team is to be put in place before February Synod (2021) to pave the way for full independent oversight, by February Synod 2022. Both the Archbishops’ Council and the House of Bishops have already endorsed the principle of independence for the Church’s safeguarding work.

The Archbishops’ Council has approved the next steps in independent oversight of the National Safeguarding Team (NST), with the first phase to be implemented by the summer. 

Notes from the November meeting of the National Safeguarding Steering Group 

A further update from the National Safeguarding Team, NST, has been provided to victims and survivors of the abhorrent abuse of the late John Smyth.

A Church of England funeral is available to everyone, giving support before, during and after the service, for as long as it’s needed.

Letter sent by the Church of England Pensions Board and the Church Commissioners for England to the Chair and Chief Executive of TotalEnergies. 

New measures to strengthen governance and operational frameworks for England’s cathedrals receive final approval by General Synod.