Williams to make statement after women bishops vote
Dr Rowan Williams is due to speak as the Church's national assembly gathers after the legislation failed to gain the necessary two thirds majority amongst lay members.
His statement will come after an emergency meeting of the Church of England bishops following the narrow defeat.
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