From The BBC-
A leading opponent of women bishops in the Church of England says he has put back a decision on converting to Rome after a vote on the issue was delayed.
Andrew Burnham, Bishop of Ebbsfleet, said he had "not taken bookings" after the General Synod vote next month.
But after the Synod vote was put off to July, Bishop Burnham said he was now "not taking bookings" after then.
He and other opponents of women bishops are concerned that the Synod will not grant their leaders enough autonomy.
The disagreement centres on the powers of those bishops - like Andrew Burnham - who are appointed to minister to parishes which oppose women priests.
Those like Bishop Burnham do not want such powers to be granted at the discretion of the local diocesan bishop - who may in future be a woman.
More here-
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/8468795.stm
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