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Archbishop Welby Resigns Amid Child Abuse Scandal

Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby resigns after an independent review revealed the Church's mishandling of a decades-long child abuse scandal involving John Smyth.

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Why did Archbishop Justin Welby resign?: Justin Welby, the Archbishop of Canterbury, resigned due to his handling of the John Smyth child abuse case. An independent review revealed a pattern of covering up Smyth's crimes, and Welby accepted responsibility for the delay in addressing the issue.
Who is John Smyth, and what were his crimes?: John Smyth, a deceased British lawyer, was identified as a serial abuser who committed physical, sexual, psychological, and spiritual attacks against up to 130 children. The abuse occurred over decades, with officials in the Church failing to take necessary preventive action.
What was Welby's role in the events leading up to his resignation?: Welby admitted to mistakenly believing that the appropriate action would be taken after being informed of the abuse in 2013. He acknowledged his personal and institutional responsibility for the years-long delay in resolution and the resulting retraumatization of victims.
What did the independent review conclude about the handling of the abuse?: The independent review, commissioned by the Church of England, detailed a 'concerning pattern of deference' towards Smyth and concluded that serious crimes were covered up. It highlighted a missed opportunity in 2012-2013 to properly inform law enforcement.
Is this the first time an Archbishop of Canterbury has resigned over child abuse cases?: Welby's resignation marks a historic event, as no Archbishop of Canterbury has previously resigned over child abuse cases. The exact timing of his departure will be decided after a review of his necessary obligations to the Church of England and the Anglican community.

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