Guidance was issued to all clergy (retired and serving) aged 70 and over and those with underlying health conditions early last week:
1. In accordance with state guidance, all clergy, as with others, who are aged over 70 or who are living with an underlying condition, should be self–isolating/cocooning at home.
2. Retired clergy who have permission to officiate, serving clergy aged 70 and over, and clergy with underlying conditions should not be taking funerals at this time.
3. All normal services of public worship, in respect of all parishes, have already been suspended and there are…
