Diocesan Synod

The Diocesan Synod is governed by the Synodical Government Measure 1969 which sets out the following main functions:-

• To consider matters concerning the Church of England and to make provision for such matters in relation to the Synod’s diocese and to consider and express their opinions on any matters of religious or public interest.
• To advise the Bishop on any matters on which he may consult the Synod.
• To consider any matters referred to them by the General Synod.

Members of the Diocesan Synod hold office for a term of three years.  The membership of Synod consists of the Bishops, the Dean, the Archdeacons, the Chancellor, the Chairmen of certain statutory committees, Diocesan members of the General Synod, and clergy and laity elected by the Deanery Synods in accordance with formulae approved by the Diocesan Synod.