Summary
Dame Sarah Mullally is set to become the first woman to hold the position of Archbishop of Canterbury. She has received strong support, particularly from women, as she prepares to assume her new role. Dame Sarah plans to promote collaboration and has voiced her opposition to the legalization of assisted dying.
Key Facts
- Dame Sarah Mullally is the incoming Archbishop of Canterbury and the first woman to hold this position.
- She received many letters of support, especially from women, saying her appointment inspired them.
- Her election will be confirmed at a ceremony in January, with formal installation in March.
- There is some opposition within the Anglican community to women serving as priests.
- Dame Sarah advocates for a collaborative leadership style.
- She opposes the legalization of assisted dying, citing inadequate palliative care as a concern.
- Dame Sarah has highlighted the need for the Church to listen to societal issues like immigration and identity.
- She acknowledged past safeguarding failures in the Church of England and expressed a commitment to addressing them.
