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Archbishop quits amid drinking chaos in Catherdral chorus

Archbishop quits amid drinking chaos in Catherdral chorus

From BBC News:

Priests and choristers at a cathedral mired in controversy did a “seven last shots of Christ” drinking game at a pub on Good Friday after services at the Archbishop of Wales’ cathedral.

People who sang with the choir at Bangor Cathedral have told the BBC there “seemed to be any excuse to bring out the wine” and “go to the pub” because of a “binge drinking culture”.

The claims come days after Andrew John retired as Archbishop of Wales with immediate effect after two critical reports highlighted safeguarding concerns and misbehaviour at his Bangor diocese.

The Church in Wales said the “abuse of alcohol is always inappropriate” and said a policy regarding alcohol use was being developed…

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