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Statement on Judgement of Employment Tribunal between Mr John Reaney and the Hereford Diocesan Board of Finance
18 July 2007
A spokesman for the Archbishops' Council said:
"The broader issue raised by this case is whether there are posts, including some non clergy posts, where the religious exemptions permitted under the Employment Equality (Sexual Orientation) Regulations can properly be applied by bishops and dioceses. The Tribunal has helpfully confirmed that there are. It also held that the role of Diocesan Youth Officer is such a post, though on the specific facts before it - and in particular Mr Reaney's assurance that he would continue to live a life consistent with the teaching of the Church - concluded that the bishop had taken the wrong decision.
"The regulations will continue to provide important protection for churches and other religious organisations in ensuring that their recruitment policies can reflect the organisation's beliefs."
Notes
A statement from the Diocese of Hereford is available here.
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