Apostolic Administrator

His Holiness Pope Leo XIV appointed Archbishop Richard Moth as Apostolic Administrator sede plena et ad nutum Sanctæ Sedis of the Diocese of Northampton on 30 June 2026.

This is a temporary role, by which the Holy See ensures that the pastoral governance of a diocese will continue, when it is not possible for a diocesan Bishop to exercise his office. Therefore, entrusting the governance of the Diocese of Northampton to Archbishop Moth.

On hearing of his appointment, Archbishop Richard said:

“I am humbled by the trust which His Holiness Pope Leo XIV has placed in me by assigning me this mission as Apostolic Administrator of the Diocese of Northampton, in addition to my ministry as the Archbishop of Westminster.

“I ask those whom I am called to serve to pray for me, that the Lord will continue to give me His spiritual guidance and wisdom needed to fulfil these duties.”

Archbishop Moth continues to live and work at Archbishop’s House in Westminster while providing support to the people and clergy of Northampton.

General Enquiries

For all enquiries and correspondence please contact the bishop’s secretary by email or phone.

Media Enquiries

If you are wishing to contact the Diocese of Northampton regarding a media enquiry, video recording or other communication requirement, please contact our director of communications, Neil Roseman at neil.roseman@northamptondiocese.org