That this House notes with deep sadness the death of the Bishop of Guildford, the Rt Revd Andrew Watson, who died on 3 March 2026 shortly after a diagnosis of terminal cancer; recognises decades of dedicated service within the Church of England, including 11 years as Bishop of Guildford and four years as a Lords Spiritual; further notes his dedication to interfaith dialogue, his particular interest in addressing inequality and empowering lower income communities, and his significant contribution to the Anglican Communion; extends its deepest condolences to his wife and family and all who mourn his loss; and celebrates the legacy of a much loved bishop whose life of faith, service and kindness touched communities across Surrey, the Church of England and beyond.
