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Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Jane Griffiths (Labour), on Monday, 9 June 2003, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 57 members in total.


BISHOP OF READING

That this House welcomes the appointment of Canon Jeffrey John as the next Bishop of Reading; salutes the courage and integrity of Canon John; and hopes the Church of England is able to be inspired by Canon John and move forward to a tolerant and inclusive 21st century.

Amendments

The Early day motion has received an amendment.

BISHOP OF READING (1369A1)
The Early day motion has received an amendment sponsored by Paul Burstow (primary, Liberal Democrat) and tabled on Monday, 14 July 2003. It has been signed by 1 members in total.
at end add 'and regrets the intolerance with which Canon John's appointment was met and the false unity brought by his decision not to take up the appointment.'.

Secondary information

Type
Early day motion
Reference
1369 
1369A1 
Session
2002-03
Subjects
Bishops Public appointments Reading (Berkshire) John, Jeffrey
Link
View this Early day motion on www.parliament.uk