Justin Welby says he would forgive serial Church of England abuser John Smyth if he was alive

The Independent relies on reader support to cover important stories like reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech. Your donation helps fund on-the-ground reporting and investigative journalism. Former Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby expressed regret and apologized for mishandling abuse allegations against John Smyth, a serial abuser within the Church of England. Welby stated he would forgive Smyth if he were alive, but emphasized the importance of prioritizing care and support for victims.

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