In a vote that will undoubtedly have profound effects for other Anglican provinces, the Church of England voted on 24 November, 2010, to adopt the Anglican Covenant. The Draft Act was carried almost unanimously in every house.

Among the bishops, 39 voted in favor, none voted against, and only 1 abstained. Among the Clergy, 145 voted in favor, 32 voted against, and 11 abstained. The breakdown was similar among the laity, with 147 voting in favor, 25 voting against, and 8 abstaining.

More details may be found at the General Synod website.

The Covenant will now be sent to diocesan synods for approval as the next stage in the adoption process.