> > > Is the Archbishop elected by the bishops or appointed by the Queen? http://www.archbishopofcanterbury.org/office/appointmentprocedures.html describes a complicated procedure, setting up a commission, then... * The Commission sends two names to the Prime Minister for consideration. * Assuming he is content with them, the Prime Minister commends a name to the Queen. (If he so wishes the Prime Minister may request a further name or names from the Commission). Once the chosen candidate has indicated a willingness to serve, <http://www.number-10.gov.uk/output/page5681.asp>Ten Downing Street announces the name of the Archbishop-designate. * The Archbishop-designate is presented at a <http://www.archbishopofcanterbury.org/office/../releases/2002/020723.html>news conference. * The Dean and Chapter of the diocese of Canterbury <http://www.archbishopofcanterbury.org/office/../events/index.html>formally elect the new Archbishop of Canterbury. regards, David Hawgood