The time has come for a C of E change in stance on civil partnerships, says the LGB&T Anglican Coalition in its submission to the House of Bishops.

Concerned Anglicans have written an Open Letter to Archbishop of Canterbury Dr Rowan Williams, asking him to acknowledge the contribution of so many LGBT people, often partnered, to the ministry of the church and to promote rigorous and prayerful study of the biblical, theological and other issues involved, in the light of present knowledge.