Friday, January 13, 2023

News: Church of England announces £100m fund after slavery links

 

"The Church of England is pledging £100m to 'address past wrongs,' after its investment fund was found to have historic links to slavery. The funding will be used to provide a 'better and fairer future for all, particularly for communities affected by historic slavery.' A report last year found the Church had invested large amounts of money in a company that transported slaves..." COE press release and report are linked from the article. (Source: bbc.com)