Bishop of Lincoln Stephen Conway arrested in sexual assault inquiry

The Right Reverend Stephen Conway, who serves as the Bishop of Lincoln, has been taken into custody on allegations of sexual assault. Lincolnshire Police reported that a 68-year-old man was arrested as part of an ongoing inquiry connected to claims that an individual experienced sexual assault sometime between 2018 and 2025.

Following the arrest, the Church of England announced that Bishop Conway had been suspended from his duties amid an investigation into a safeguarding complaint. The matter has been referred to the appropriate authorities for further examination. Conway is currently out on conditional bail, and the BBC has reached out to him seeking a response.

The Diocese of Lincoln released a statement confirming that during this suspension, the Bishop of Grantham, Dr Nicholas Chamberlain, will temporarily fulfill the role of Diocesan Bishop. The diocese also emphasized that support mechanisms are in place for anyone affected by the situation.

Acknowledging the impact of these developments, the statement expressed an understanding that this period will be profoundly unsettling for many involved. The Church continues to monitor the situation as it unfolds

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