Justin Welby, former Archbishop of Canterbury, faces scrutiny for his handling of the John Smyth abuse scandal, with victims expressing disappointment at his failure to address the issue promptly. Despite expressing regret and acknowledging his shortcomings, Welby admits that there are still individuals within the Church who have not faced repercussions for their involvement in the abuse cover-up. Furthermore, concerns persist regarding the Church’s treatment of LGBTQ+ and female clergy members under Welby’s leadership.
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Trump tariffs latest: UK economy to suffer even if new US trade deal struck, grim new forecast warns
Analysts warn that Donald Trump's trade tariffs will still impact the UK economy, even if a deal is secured with Washington. Goldman Sachs downgraded their economic forecasts, predicting a 0.8% growth for the UK in 2021 and 1.2% in 2026 due to negative spillovers from EU trade tariffs. The Trump administration's upcoming tariffs are expected to average 15%, affecting global markets significantly. Full Article
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