April Alexander highlights that the Church of England's struggle with discrimination against gay priests began in 1987, not a decade ago as some imply. The General Synod's debates, starting with Tony Higton's motion condemning homosexuality, led to decades of exclusion, especially through the Issues in Human Sexuality document, which has no clear record of official adoption by the Synod. Despite progress, the Church's relationship with Parliament remains complex, with parallels drawn between past provisions for women priests and the current push for same-sex marriage, both of which have deepened divisions within the Church.

April Alexander welcomed the Bishop of Oxford's proposals on same-sex relationships, praising the call for "freedom of conscience" for clergy and ordinands, which moves beyond the outdated Issues in Human Sexuality document. While hopeful about these steps, she expressed concern over proposals that accommodate opposition to same-sex marriage, fearing they could perpetuate discrimination, much like the provisions for those opposed to women's ordination. Alexander urged the Church to align with the Equality Act and avoid creating further divisions while embracing inclusivity.