Libby Lane makes history becoming first Anglican Bishop
The Bishop of Stockport, the first woman to be given the title in the Church of England, will be consecrated today.
Historic moment as Stockport's Bishop Libby Lane takes office
The new Bishop of Stockport, Rev Libby Lane, will become the first woman to take the office in the Church of England today.
There will be a special consecration ceremony for Rev Lane at York minster.
Her appointment was announced just one month after Anglican leaders voted in favour of women Bishops.
- Click here to read more about Rev Libby Lane's nomination to become Bishop of Stockport.
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