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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

The Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse’s report on the Anglican Church

06 October 2020 · Home Office

Proposed by Priti Patel Con Witham

Religion & FaithSafeguarding & DBS

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse published a report on institutional failures within the Anglican Church concerning child protection.
  • The report highlights issues related to the Anglican Church's handling of child sexual abuse cases.
  • The government will review the report and consider an appropriate response.

Issue summary

The Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse has published a report on institutional failures within the Anglican Church regarding protection of children from sexual abuse.

Action requested

Government will review the report and consider how to respond in due course.

Key facts

  • The report can be found at www.iicsa.org.uk.
  • The report investigates institutional failures within the Anglican Church.
  • Professor Jay leads the Panel for the Inquiry.
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