Bishop quits post after marriage break-up

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

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.