Archbishop Welby Resists Resignation Amid Church Abuse Scandal
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The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, is under pressure to resign following a report on the Church of England's handling of abuse by John Smyth, a prolific child abuser. Bishop of Newcastle Helen-Ann Hartley and others have called for Welby's resignation, citing his failure to report Smyth's abuse when he learned of it in 2013. A petition for his resignation has gained over 1,500 signatures. Welby has apologized for not acting sooner but has decided to remain in his position.
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