T'is The Season To Be MERRY?

Curious incident in the night leaves Bishop of Southwark with black eye and sore head By Richard Alleyne

The Rt Rev Tom Butler yesterday. He could not wear his mitre after hurting his head in the incident
Members of his congregation were supportive.
One 29-year-old worshipper, who would only give her first name as Helen, said: "Anyone can make a mistake and who are we to stand in judgment?
"I think he still has the respect of the congregation and will continue to lead us. Even if he was drunk, that does not undo all the good things he has done for us. He is still a very righteous man."
Another worshipper said: "He should not be vilified for this. Having a couple of drinks is not a sin, maybe he did not realise how strong the wine was."
A spokesman for Lambeth Palace declined to comment on whether Mr Butler's position was at risk. A police spokesman said investigations were continuing.