What's New in the Redundant Churches Division

Guidance on Local Buildings Audits

Following recommendation 40 of GS1528: A Measure for Measures in Mission and Ministry, guidance has been prepared to assist dioceses and parishes carrying out strategic reviews of church buildings in particular localities.

LBA Guidance Note for Dioceses

LBA Guidance Note for Benefices, Parishes and Deaneries

Questionnaire for use in carrying out the Local Buildings Audit

Recent Amendments to the Pastoral Measure Code of Practice

The changes made with effect from 7 April 2006 affect the parts of the Code of Practice that relate to part III of the Measure dealing with the future of redundant churches. A word document listing the significant amendments can be viewed here

Recent Amendments to the Pastoral Measure

The Church of England (Miscellaneous Provisions) Measure 2005 came into effect in June 2005. Information about these changes can be viewed via the following link:

Changes affecting redundant churches procedures

Go to this page for links to download the Pastoral Measure and Code of Practice.