The Bishop of Liverpool has resigned after allegations of sexual assault and harassment were made against him.
The Right Reverend Dr John Perumbalath said he had decided to retire without any admission of fault or liability, but to avoid the issue being “a distraction”.
It comes after
Bishop Perumbalath said: “I do not wish this story to become a distraction for this incredible diocese and its people, whom it has been an honour and joy to serve.”
“This is not a resignation occasioned by fault or by any admission of liability.”
The Bishop of Liverpool has announced he is to resign after allegations of sexual assault and harassment were made against him (Peter Byrne/PA) (Image: PA Wire)
“Rather it has become clear that stepping back from my ministry and waiting for the completion of further reviews would mean a long period of uncertainty for the diocese and all those who serve it.”
It comes at a tumultuous time for the Church of England over various safeguarding failures, which has already seen Justin Welby quit as Archbishop of Canterbury over the handling of a separate case.