Church of England Covered Up Abuse by John Smyth for 40 Years, Report Reveals

Nov 8, 2024, 08:48 AM

A recent report has revealed that the Church of England covered up the serial abuse of children by barrister John Smyth for more than 40 years. The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, has apologized again to the victims and acknowledged his failure to pursue the matter as rigorously as required. The Bishop of Guildford, one of the victims, stated that the report detailing the 'abhorrent' abuse would be difficult for everyone involved to read. The report has prompted calls for accountability within the Church's leadership, with some suggesting that high-profile individuals should face consequences. Smyth abused 130 boys.