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Anthony Pierce: Former bishop jailed for historic child abuse

Anthony Pierce, a former vicar, has been sentenced to four years and one month for sexually abusing a boy during the 1980s.
The victim described how the abuse led to alcohol misuse and mental health issues, saying he felt "overwhelming feelings of shame" and was diagnosed with bipolar disorder.
Judge Catherine Richards noted Pierce's abuse was a "gross abuse of trust" and emphasized his actions caused community betrayal.
The Crown Prosecution Service expressed commitment to bringing sexual predators to justice, highlighting the importance of the victim's bravery in coming forward.

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A former Bishop of Swansea and Brecon has been jailed for sexually abusing a boy while he was a parish priest.

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Former bishop ‘exploited’ position as church leader to sexually abuse boy

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17 days ago·London, United Kingdom

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countytimes.co.uk

Former Powys bishop jailed after admitting sexually abusing 14-year-old

The former Bishop of Swansea and Brecon, Anthony Pierce, was jailed after being sentenced in Swansea Crown Court

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