# The Clergy Discipline Rules 2005, Rule 68: Bishop proposes a penalty after sentence of imprisonment or matrimonial order , etc.

Extent: E

Where the bishop proposes to impose a penalty of prohibition or removal from office, or both, upon a priest or deacon falling within section 30(1)(a), (b) or (c) of the Measure, the bishop, after consultation with the President, shall—
(a) inform the priest or deacon in writing of the details of the proposed penalty, ...
(aa) send the priest or deacon a copy of the bishop’s letter to the President and the President’s response, and
(b) invite the priest or deacon to send to the bishop any representations in writing about the proposed penalty within 28 days of the date of that invitation.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2005/2022/rule/68 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/clergy-discipline-rules-2005/rule-68
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