Scottish Episcopal Church Drops Bullying Charges Against Bishop Anne Dyer

Despite evidence deemed sufficient for a tribunal, the church decided it was not in the public interest to proceed with the case.

The Right Rev Anne Dyer, Scotland's first female bishop, was suspended in 2022 over allegations of bullying and misconduct.
The church's senior legal officer, Paul Reid KC, found enough evidence for a realistic prospect of conviction but opted not to pursue the case.
Concerns about the potential anxiety for witnesses and the impact of a public trial on the diocese influenced the decision to drop the charges.
Dyer, who has consistently denied the allegations, will resume her duties later this month, expressing relief and readiness for reconciliation.
The Scottish Episcopal Church spent significant funds on the investigation, with past reports highlighting a culture of dysfunction under Dyer's leadership.