Canonical process confirmed in Diocese of Aberdeen & Orkney
Scottish Episcopal Church, 10 August 2022, morning
The Scottish Episcopal Church can confirm that two formal complaints have been received which allege misconduct by the Rt Rev Anne Dyer, Bishop of Aberdeen & Orkney. Due process will now follow, through the clergy disciplinary canon. The Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church, Bishop Mark Strange, has suspended the Bishop from office until further notice, following commencement of the disciplinary process.
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Bishop’s suspension is lifted after appeal lodged
Scottish Episcopal Church, 10 August 2022, afternoon
The suspension of the Rt Rev Anne Dyer has been lifted with immediate effect, after the Bishop of Aberdeen & Orkney gave notice of an appeal against the decision to suspend her from office. The suspension ceases to have effect until the appeal is determined by the Episcopal Synod. It is expected that a meeting of the Episcopal Synod will be arranged as soon as possible.
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