Any reason to visit the pub culture at the struggling cathedral yesterday.

The BBC reports on a culture of excessive alcohol consumption and inappropriate behavior at Bangor Cathedral, which has been under scrutiny following the retirement of Andrew John as Archbishop of Wales.

Choir members and former employees have described a pattern of heavy drinking, with events such as an Oktoberfest celebration seeing the use of a "seven last shots of Christ" drinking game on Good Friday, which involved priests and choir members consuming shots corresponding to Jesus's last words. Additionally, a young woman named Jessica recounted how an assault she suffered at the hands of an individual seeking to become a priest at a cathedral event was ignored despite warnings about his excessive drinking. These allegations come amidst broader concerns about governance and safeguarding at the cathedral, which have led to calls for various reviews and investigations. The Church in Wales has acknowledged the need for change and is developing policies to address these issues, including improving the handling of alcohol and enhancing safeguarding training.