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Church Commissioners
22 July 2021
Lead MP
Janet Daby
Debate Type
General Debate
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Other Contributors: 3
At a Glance
Janet Daby raised concerns about church commissioners in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
Asks about recent steps taken by the Church of England to progress implementation of the anti-racism taskforce recommendations and enquires about the powers of the new racial justice commission led by Lord Boateng to hold the Church accountable.
Acknowledges the work of the archbishops’ anti-racism taskforce, stating that the Church has committed to implementing 34 out of 39 recommendations and is reviewing the other five. Mentions the establishment of a new racial justice commission under Lord Boateng with Lord Wei as a member.
Janet Daby
Lab
Lewisham East
Expresses appreciation for cultural change in the Church and asks about the powers of the new racial justice commission led by Lord Boateng to hold the Church accountable during the implementation stage. Emphasises the need for equal opportunities for clergy from diverse backgrounds.
Announces the start of work on a new racial justice commission under Lord Boateng's chairmanship in the autumn and highlights progress with 600 stipendiary ordained ministry trainees, nearly 11% from minority ethnic backgrounds.
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