Rachel Ford, a victim of grooming by priest David Tudor, has called for Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell’s resignation following revelations of his inadequate action regarding Tudor’s past conduct. Cottrell, who is set to assume leadership of the Church of England, has faced criticism after a BBC investigation highlighted his knowledge of Tudor’s barred status and prior abuses. Ford emphasized the need for accountability to signify the end of institutional protection for abusers. Cottrell acknowledged the situation’s severity but claimed he inherited these challenges.

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