Sarah Mullally becomes first ever female Archbishop of Canterbury
Historic moment as first woman Archbishop of Canterbury named
- Dame Sarah Mullally has been approved by the King as the first female Archbishop of Canterbury, with her tenure set to begin in January.
- Her appointment follows the resignation of Justin Welby, who stepped down last November due to a safeguarding scandal involving the Church's handling of serial abuser John Smyth.
- Currently the Bishop of London, Dame Sarah brings extensive experience, including a previous role as England's chief nursing officer, and was made a Dame in 2005.
- This historic selection marks a significant advancement for women's roles within the Church of England, following previous milestones such as the first woman bishop in 2015.
- Dame Sarah is known for her progressive stance on same-sex blessings, having described a recent vote on the matter as a "moment of hope for the Church".