Bishop of Lincoln arrested on suspicion of sexual assault

The Guardian - World NewsEN 1 min read 100% complete by PA MediaFebruary 21, 2026 at 09:50 AM

Bishop of Lincoln arrested on suspicion of sexual assault

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The Bishop of Lincoln, the Right Rev Stephen Conway, has been arrested by Lincolnshire police on suspicion of sexual assault. The arrest follows an allegation of sexual assault against a man between 2018 and 2025. Conway, who is 68 years old, has been released on conditional bail. Prior to the arrest, the Diocese of Lincoln suspended Conway from his duties after a complaint was made to the national safeguarding team. The Bishop of Grantham will assume diocesan duties during Conway's suspension. Conway was installed as Bishop of Lincoln in 2023 and has been a member of the House of Lords since 2014.

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House of Lords 40% Grantham 40% House of Bishops 50% Nicholas Chamberlain 60% Lincoln ×460% Lincolnshire Police 70% Diocese of Lincoln ×380% Stephen Conway ×490%

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