Bishop David David Walker has proposed an amendment to the Renters' Reform Bill that would allow charities—such as The Church of England Pensions Board—to reserve homes in advance for retiring clergy. This small but significant change would help to avoid properties lying empty

David Walker, speaking in the debate on the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill, emphasised the need for care leavers to receive a universal offer of support—covering housing, education, and health—as too many are being left behind. He also asked that support for children

The Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill could “represent a step forward” in supporting families, David Walker told the House of Lords last week churchtimes.co.uk/articles/2025/…

Bishop David David Walker has tabled two significant amendments to the Renters' Rights Bill, both aimed at strengthening the enforcement & reach of the Decent Homes Standard. Together, these reflect a push to raise living conditions for some of the most at-risk renters in the

Church of England Bishops join senior faith leaders in urging Prime Minister to rethink migration rhetoric | The Church of England churchofengland.org/media/press-re…

Today we mark the eighth anniversary of the Manchester Arena terror attack, which claimed 22 lives and left many others seriously injured. We pray for all those affected; for bereaved families and friends; for those who were injured and for all the people of Manchester as we

David Walker giving his Presidential Address as Diocese of Manchester’s Diocesan Synod gets under way, beginning with Opening Worship led by Canon Janie Cronin & Nelson Street Church.

Bishop David expressed his support for the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill and the opportunity it presents to address adverse childhood experiences. Drawing on his own experience of childhood bereavement, Bishop David stressed the importance of ensuring that grieving

Great joy Manchester Cathedral as Canon Marcia Wall is Licensed as Cathedral Chaplain. I was very conscious of the great love there is for Marcia in the Cathedral community & Marcia’s deep love for the Cathedral. Giving thanks for Marcia’s priestly ministry & for the Cathedral.

Reflecting on the news that a full national statutory inquiry into grooming gangs will take place, Bishop David @bishmanchester shared his Thought for the Day on BBC Radio 4 this morning. Read in full here manchester.anglican.org/bishop-david-r…

This year’s Year 6 Leavers’ Services have begun - 2 done, 6 to go - always a highlight in my year. Huge thanks to Manchester Cathedral for their great hospitality & to Diocese of Manchester’s Education Team for all the prep. The Prayer Chains are beginning to adorn the Cathedral.

This morning, Bishop David David Walker shared his Thought for the Day on BBC Radio 4. Read in full: manchester.anglican.org/news/thought-f… Listen back here: bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0l…

This morning Lord Falconer, assisted dying bill sponsor, told BBC R4 it was "correct" that the role of the Lords was to "ultimately uphold something that the directly elected members of the Commons have decided to go ahead with" (in the presenter's words). That's not right. 1/-

David Walker receiving the Declaration & Oaths of those being ordained Priest Manchester Cathedral this afternoon. Great sense of joy and expectation in the Cathedral.

David Walker receiving the Declaration & Oaths of those being ordained Deacon Manchester Cathedral this morning. Great sense of joy and expectation in the Cathedral.

David Walker receiving the Declaration & Oaths of those being ordained Deacon & Priest Manchester Cathedral this afternoon by the Bishop of Beverley. Great sense of joy and expectation in the Cathedral.

In his Thought for the Day on BBC Radio 4 this morning, Bishop David @bishmanchester reflected on the courage it takes to change direction when faced with new truths -whether in politics, faith, or life. Inspired by yesterday's ordination of deacons at Manchester Cathedral and the

Joyful celebrations at Manchester Cathedral this weekend as we gathered for the ordination of 15 new priests who will serve in parishes across our diocese. More photos are available here flic.kr/s/aHBqjCjVDB David Walker Mark Davies Matthew Porter

The David Walker speaks during Second Reading of Planning and Infrastructure Bill in the Lords churchtimes.co.uk/articles/2025/…

The Shades team had the privilege of presenting the work of the project to an inspiring group of global faith leaders last week: 🇲🇾 Bishop Danald (Malaysia) 🇧🇿 Bishop Phillip (Belize) 🇨🇦 Anita (Canada) 🇧🇼 Bishop Methla (Botswana) 🇿🇦 Essie (South Africa) 🇮🇳 Revd Lopa (India)