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Lord Cryer
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(12 years, 1 month ago)
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Sir Tony Baldry
I am sure that that message will be heard by the General Synod.
John Cryer (Leyton and Wanstead) (Lab)
I wish to associate myself with the comments about Stuart Bell, who is very badly missed.
The Church has spent many years avoiding this issue, so if the Synod fails to do the right thing, what does the hon. Gentleman think the consequences will be for the future of the Church of England?
Sir Tony Baldry
I think that the consequences for the Church of England will be very grim indeed. I hope that the General Synod, and those who might be tempted to vote against this Measure in it, will reflect on that point.