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Sarah Mullally Becomes First Female Archbishop Amid Scandal

10/3/2025

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Dame Sarah Mullally is appointed the first female Archbishop of Canterbury, confirmed January 2026, installation in March.
The move follows Justin Welby's resignation amid a child abuse scandal.
Mullally, 63 and former Bishop of London, is known for progressive views on same-sex blessings.
In her first address, she condemned the Manchester synagogue attack and urged unity.

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Dame Sarah Mullally is appointed the first female Archbishop of Canterbury, confirmed January 2026, installation in March.
The move follows Justin Welby's resignation amid a child abuse scandal.
Mullally, 63 and former Bishop of London, is known for progressive views on same-sex blessings.
In her first address, she condemned the Manchester synagogue attack and urged unity.