When did Keith O'Brien step down as a bishop?
During the 1970s
In the late 80s
In the early 2000s
In February 2013 as an archbishop
Answer
In February 2013, Keith O'Brien stepped down from his role as Archbishop of St Andrews and Edinburgh, the highest-ranking Catholic cleric in Scotland. His resignation came after allegations of inappropriate behavior with four male priests were made public. This marked a significant event as it was the first time in modern history that a senior Catholic figure in the UK had resigned due to allegations of misconduct.
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