Church of England gives final nod to women bishops

The Church of England's governing body on Monday rubber-stamped an historic measure allowing women to become bishops, paving the way for the first ordinations next year.

The General Synod agreed with a show of hands to implement a decision made in a landmark vote in July, following the formal approval of parliament.

"Today we can begin to embrace a new way of being the Church and moving forward together," said Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby.

"We will also continue to seek the flourishing of the Church of those who disagree."

Welby signed the change into legislation along with the Archbishop of York John Sentamu on the first day of the synod's meeting in London.

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