Church of England general synod rejects women bishops

Key Points

• The Church of England's general synod has voted against appointing women as bishops.
• Campaign group Women and the Church called it "a devastating blow" for the Church and the people of England.
• The next Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, earlier called on the synod to approve the measure.
• The House of Bishops is expected to meet on Wednesday to discuss "how we go forward as a Church".