After serving over a year as the first female Bishop to be ordained by the Church of England, Bishop of Stockport Libby Lane admits that even now, the levels and variety of interest in her never fail to surprise her.

Research published by a University of Manchester Sociology academic has revealed that Europeans remain just as moral despite the continuing fall of religion.

Bishop David Walker has sought to ‘move the refugee crisis debate on’ by asking every Greater Manchester Council, ‘how many migrants will you take?’.

The Right Reverend Libby Lane, the first female Bishop, made one of her first official public appearances in her new role to launch Manchester Airport’s Travel Safe Week.

The Church of England announced yesterday that it has formally adopted a legislation that means a female bishop will be a reality in the New Year. MM asked the people of Manchester’s opinion on the new change.

The introduction of female bishops has been praised by Manchester’s church leader – and he has called for the greater acceptance of the LGBT community.

The Church of England has clashed with the Government over plans.

Culture Secretary Maria Miller revealed the proposals.

The Church of England vote fell just short of 138 votes needed for change.

Gay marriage is not a threat to the ‘mischievous’ Church of England

Reverend Jane Barraclough talks about homophobia, the diminishing power of the Church and the changing nature of marriage