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Archbishop's call to re-establish a fairer society

Archbishop's call to re-establish a fairer society

The Archbishop of York, Dr. John Sentamu has commented on the extremes of wealth and poverty and the urgent task ahead to re-establish a fairer society.

05 November 2011

Archbishop opens first public meeting for Fairness Commission

Archbishop opens first public meeting for Fairness Commission

The Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu opened the first of a series of public meetings for the Fairness Commission last night in York.

23 September 2011

Archbishop launches 'The Young Leaders Award' Course for schools

Archbishop launches 'The Young Leaders Award' Course for schools

The Archbishop of York Youth Trust today announced the introduction of ‘The Young Leaders Award’ course aimed at 14-16 year old school children. 23 students from Manor CE School have opted to complete this Award in Leadership over the next two years, which is to supplement their GSCE qualifications.

07 September 2011

Archbishop of York pays tribute to Sir Paul Reeves

Archbishop of York pays tribute to Sir Paul Reeves

The Archbishop of York has paid tribute to Sir Paul Reeves, saying he found a kindred spirit in the former Governor-General, who stood for truth and what was fair.

18 August 2011

Bishopthorpe, Archbishop of York's residence, boosts security

Bishopthorpe, Archbishop of York's residence, boosts security

Security measures are being increased at Bishopthorpe Palace, the Grade I listed official residence of the Archbishop of York, Dr Sentamu.

15 August 2011

Crisis in the Horn of Africa

Crisis in the Horn of Africa

The Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu, writes in The Observer on the importance of supporting the people of East Africa...

01 August 2011

Archbishop Sponsors York Fairness Commission

Archbishop Sponsors York Fairness Commission

The Archbishop of York Dr John Sentamu will sponsor a new independent advisory body which will examine matters of social justice in York.

14 July 2011

Archbishop of York's charity celebrates its anniversary

Archbishop of York's charity celebrates its anniversary

The Archbishop of York’s online charity www.Acts435.org.uk  today (Tuesday 12 July 2011) celebrates the anniversary of its national launch.

13 July 2011

"Show your support for our Armed Forces": Archbishop of York

"Show your support for our Armed Forces": Archbishop of York

The Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu has encouraged people to show their support for the men and women who serve in the Armed Forces. Armed Forces Day takes place on Saturday 25 June 2011.

24 June 2011

Overseas aid spend is "woefully short", says Archbishop of York

Overseas aid spend is "woefully short", says Archbishop of York

The Archbishop of York has said the UK's spending on overseas aid is "still woefully short of what is needed".

21 June 2011