Sarah Mullally: The former nurse chosen to steer the Church of England

Could the historic appointment of a primary feminine Archbishop of Canterbury trigger a cut up inside the Anglican Church?

Dame Sarah Mullally has been chosen for the position whereas the Church is arguably in a state of disaster – but additionally at a time when there was a surge in attendance amongst younger individuals.

She’s the primary lady to steer the Church of England in its virtually 500-year historical past – the query now could be, what affect she may have on its future.

Who is Dame Sarah and why was she chosen? How huge a second is that this for the Church? What challenges will the brand new archbishop face and what qualities will she want to handle them?

Niall is joined by Ruth Gledhill, non secular affairs commentator and assistant editor of The Tablet.

Producer: Emily Hulme

Editor: Mike Bovill