Written question asked by Samantha Niblett (Labour) on Thursday, 15 January 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 21 January 2026 (named day). It was answered by Olivia Bailey (Labour) on Wednesday, 21 January 2026 on behalf of the Women and Equalities.
Church of England: LGBT+ People
- Question
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To ask the Minister for Women and Equalities, what assessment she has made of the potential implications for her policies of the Statement of the House of Bishops on Living in Love and Faith, published in January 2026.
- Answer
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It is for the General Synod, as the elected assembly of the Church of England, to decide matters of doctrine rather than Parliament.
More widely, churches and other religious organisations are required to comply with the provisions in the Equality Act 2010 relating to direct and indirect discrimination, harassment and victimisation.
Secondary information
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- Written question
- Reference
- 106245
- Session
- 2024-26
- Subjects
- Church of England Bishops LGBT+ people
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- 2026-01-21 17:39:11 +0000
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