Archbishop of Canterbury Sarah Mullally, the Church of England’s first female leader, installed amid calls for peace and reform. #CofE
Gafcon, a conservative Anglican group, announced the creation of the Global Anglican Council during a meeting in Abuja, Nigeria. The new body replaces the previous primates council, with Laurent Mbanda elected as chair. The move signals a potential shift away from the traditional Anglican Communion, emphasizing a more conciliar structure and opposition to liberal trends.
On March 25, 2026, Sarah Mullally was formally installed as the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury at Canterbury Cathedral, becoming the first woman to hold the role. The ceremony was attended by Prince William, Princess Catherine, Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and international religious leaders. Mullally prayed for peace in conflict zones and acknowledged the Church's past safeguarding failures. Her appointment has sparked divisions within the Anglican Communion, especially with conservative groups opposing her leadership.
Prince Harry has written in the New Statesman about rising antisemitism in Britain, saying it is deeply troubling and that legitimate protest over Middle East events must not translate into hostility toward Jewish communities. The piece follows a surge in antisemitic incidents in London and growing concerns amid pro-Palestinian protests. The coverage spans reactions from police, faith leaders and Jewish communal bodies as Britain grapples with safety and free expression.