Bishop quits post after marriage break-up

A CHURCH of Ireland bishop has quit after separating from his wife.

Bishop quits post after marriage break-up

Yesterday’s resignation of the Right Reverend Peter Barrett, the Bishop of Cashel and Ossory, was announced by the Archbishop of Dublin.

In a statement, the bishop said: “Following a period of rest and reflection in the midst of deep personal struggle, I regret very much to inform you that I am no longer able to cherish my marriage with the love my supportive wife, Anne, so deserves.

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