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Motion to dismiss delays trial of English bishop accused of rape of a minor
In brief
A motion to dismiss has delayed the trial of Bishop David Oakley of Northampton, who faces accusations of raping a minor. The court will consider the motion in January instead of the bishop entering a plea during a scheduled hearing this Thursday.
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