New archbishop urged to scrap £100m slavery reparations
Summary
A group of Conservative MPs and peers has asked the incoming Archbishop of Canterbury, Dame Sarah Mullally, to cancel a £100 million plan for slavery reparations by the Church of England. This fund was announced to address the Church's historical ties to the transatlantic slave trade. The MPs argue the money is legally meant for church upkeep and clergy salaries.Key Facts
- The Church of England announced a £100 million reparations plan to address its historic involvement in the transatlantic slave trade.
- Dame Sarah Mullally, who will soon become the Archbishop of Canterbury, has been asked to cancel this plan.
- A group of Conservative MPs and peers claim the funds should be used for churches and clergy wages.
- The Church's plan was announced after a report showed past investments in slavery.
- The Church Commissioners are working to set up the fund legally and transparently.
- The fund aims to support communities impacted by historical slavery.
- MPs urge the Church to focus on strengthening parishes instead.
- Dame Sarah Mullally is set to become the first female Archbishop of Canterbury in March.
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