This is the democratically elected decision-making body of the diocese which sets policy and guides activity in the diocese with the Bishop, it is a 'sort of' a parliament for the diocese. Diocesan Synod:
Its membership is comprised both clergy and laity, representing the 18 deaneries in the diocese. Synod members are elected for a period of three years, beginning on 1 August in the year of their election. Diocesan Synod: Next Diocesan synod dates:2021 Saturday 20 March (venue tbc) Saturday 19 June (at the Cathedral) Saturday 2 October (venue tbc). General downloadsStanding Orders for House of Clergy | PDF Standing Orders for House of Laity | PDF Final membership list 2018 - 2021 | PDF |