GENDER EQUALITY IN THE CHURCH OF ENGLAND

Early day motion 755, tabled 29 January 2002 by Ann Cryer (Labour). Signed by 60 members.

That this House notes the Church of England is exempted from the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 due to the attitudes and activities of a minority who are in disagreement with the ordination of women; affirms the need to strengthen and forward the movement against discrimination on grounds of gender; trusts the Church will thus be encouraged to catch up speedily with the vast majority of institutions; and believes that the appointment of an Archbishop of Canterbury could provide the perfect opportunity to forge leadership which would unite the Church of England behind justice for women and end the unfortunate and embarrassing need for 'flying' bishops.

Signatures by party: Labour 47, Liberal Democrat 8, Labour/Co-operative 4, Conservative 1.