Archbishops face judicial review over ban on women bishops

Legal challenge to Church of England brought by traditionalist Anglo-Catholic priests

The Archbishops of Canterbury and York are facing a judicial review over their decision to allow women to become bishops.

The legal challenge has been brought by a group of traditionalist Anglo-Catholic priests who argue that the decision is unlawful and discriminatory.

The priests claim that the Archbishops' decision is unlawful because it was not made in accordance with the proper legal process.

They also argue that the decision is discriminatory because it excludes male priests from becoming bishops.

The legal challenge is likely to be heard in the High Court later this year.

The Church of England has been accused of "sex discrimination" by the traditionalist priests who are bringing the legal challenge.

The priests claim that the decision to allow women to become bishops is unfair to male priests.

The Church of England has defended its decision, saying that it is in line with the Church's teaching on equality.

The judicial review is a landmark legal case that could have a significant impact on the Church of England.

If the priests are successful in their challenge, it could lead to the Archbishops' decision being overturned.

This would be a major setback for the Church of England, which has been working for decades to increase the role of women in the Church.