Bishop of Lincoln Arrested on Suspicion of Sexual Assault

The Bishop of Lincoln, Stephen Conway, has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault and suspended from his duties by the Church.

21 Feb, 08:46 — 21 Feb, 08:50

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Why this matters

The arrest of a bishop on suspicion of sexual assault is a significant event, as it involves a high-ranking figure within a major religious institution. This comes amidst ongoing public scrutiny and historical investigations into allegations of abuse within the Church of England and other religious bodies, highlighting persistent concerns about safeguarding and accountability.

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Stephen ConwayBishop of Lincoln Church of EnglandGoverning religious body Lincolnshire PoliceInvestigating law enforcement Diocese of LincolnEcclesiastical jurisdiction

Coverage Timeline

First report: The Independent · 21 Feb, 08:46|Full coverage: All 2 sources within 4m|Window: 4m

The Independent21 Feb, 08:46First to report

Bishop of Lincoln arrested on allegation of sexual assault

The Guardian21 Feb, 08:50Latest update