The Church of England is considering cuts in the number of bishops and dioceses amid growing complaints that its structure is top-heavy and out of step with falling congregations.
At least one diocese, possibly Bradford, is likely to disappear as the Archbishops of Canterbury and York examine ways of reorganising the 44 dioceses and their diocesan bishops to help the Church of England to weather difficult times.
or save LOTS of money by keeping ALL our Bishops but paying them the same stipend as a priest. Seriously why do priests earn pittance on stipend whilst Bishops get a raise??
Is it a salary or a stipend? Why does a pointy hat mean you are no longer willing to work for God on a reasonable but modest income?